The Bradford Floor Plan: A Smarter Take on Single-Story Living in Houston

The Bradford is a 1,416-square-foot, single-story floor plan from Home Creations, available now throughout the Houston market. It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, starting at $239,990.

That's the short answer. The longer answer is that the Bradford is proof a home doesn't need a big footprint to live big, and for a lot of Houston buyers, that's exactly the point.

Who is the Bradford floor plan built for?

The Bradford is built for buyers who want a home that's easy to own, not just easy to afford. First-time buyers stepping out of a rental, downsizers who don't need four bedrooms anymore, and anyone who wants single-story living without paying for square footage they won't use all fit the Bradford well.

“Every square foot in this plan is doing something" said Jessica Williamson, Purchasing Manager for Home Creations Houston. "The Bradford was designed by starting big and cutting things out. It was designed by asking what a home actually needs to work, and building that."

How is the Bradford floor plan laid out?

The Bradford uses a split-bedroom layout, with the primary suite positioned away from the two secondary bedrooms. That separation matters more than it sounds like it should: it means a homeowner working from the primary suite, or a parent putting a child to bed early, isn't sharing a wall with the rest of the house's activity.

The kitchen sits at the center of an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area, with a breakfast bar that works for a fast weekday breakfast or a slower weekend conversation. A covered patio off the back extends the living space outdoors, built for year-round use in Houston's climate.

What's included in the Bradford floor plan?

Every Bradford comes with the same standard feature set as other Home Creations Houston homes, not a stripped-down version for a smaller price point:

• Kitchen: Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, full-overlay soft-close cabinetry, and a Pfister pull-down faucet
• Energy efficiency: Radiant barrier roof decking, Low-E windows with argon gas, a tankless water heater, and BIBS insulation, and 16SEER HVAC System.
• Roofing: Class 3 Impact-Rated Lifetime Shingles rated to withstand winds up to 130 mph, which can qualify homeowners for insurance discounts
• Smart home: Video doorbell, smart home light switches, smart home garage and an Ecobee smart thermostat
• Exterior: Standard front gutters and frost-free hose bibs.
• "A smaller plan is where builders are most tempted to cut corners, because buyers assume that's the tradeoff," Jessica said. "We don't do it that way. The Bradford gets the same insulation package, the same roofing, the same warranty as every other plan we build."

How energy efficient is the Bradford floor plan?

The Bradford carries a HERS Index rating of 53, which makes it up to 47% more energy efficient than a typical new home and up to 77% more energy efficient than a typical existing home. That rating comes from independent, third-party testing, the same process used across every plan in the Home Creations Houston lineup. For a full explanation of how the HERS Index works and why it matters, see What Is a HERS Score?

Where is the Bradford available in Houston?

The Bradford is currently available in the Santa Fe community in Cleveland, Texas, part of Cleveland ISD (Cottonwood Elementary, Cleveland Middle School, Cleveland High School). Four exterior elevations are available. To see current availability and schedule a tour, buyers can view the full Bradford listing or contact the on-site New Home Consultant.

Is the Bradford a good fit for a first home or a downsizing move?

th, for different reasons. For a first-time buyer, the Bradford's starting price and single-story layout remove two of the biggest obstacles to a first purchase: cost and maintenance. For a downsizer, the same layout means no unused bedrooms to heat, cool, or clean, without giving up the finishes and warranty coverage of a larger home.

"I hear two very different reasons from buyers who choose this plan," Adam Price, Sales Manager for Home Creation Houston, said. "One is 'this is exactly what I need to get started.' The other is 'this is exactly what I need now that I don't need as much.' Both are right."

What warranty coverage comes with the Bradford?

Every Bradford is backed by the same coverage as every Home Creations Houston home: a builder's one-year warranty on workmanship and materials, a 10-year structural warranty through the 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty, and manufacturer warranties on major systems and finishes. For a full breakdown of what's covered and how warranty service works, see The Home Creations Warranty: What "Builder Is Warranty" Really Means.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many square feet is the Bradford floor plan? The Bradford is 1,416 square feet, with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage.

What is the starting price of the Bradford floor plan? The Bradford starts at $249,990 in the Santa Fe community in Cleveland, Texas. Pricing is subject to change and varies by lot and available promotions.

Is the Bradford a single-story home? Yes. The Bradford is a single-story floor plan with a split-bedroom layout separating the primary suite from the secondary bedrooms.

What is the HERS Index rating of the Bradford? The Bradford has a HERS Index rating of 53, making it up to 47% more energy efficient than a typical new home.

Where can I see the Bradford floor plan in person? The Bradford model home is located in the Santa Fe community in Cleveland, Texas. Buyers can schedule a tour through Home Creations Houston.

Ready to see the Bradford in person? Schedule a tour of the Bradford in Santa Fe or explore other Village Collection floor plans available in the Houston area.