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The Cypress Floor Plan: Single-Story Space for a Growing Family in Houston
Jul 27, 2026
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The Cypress is a 1,649-square-foot, single-story floor plan from Home Creations, part of the Village Collection. It offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, starting at $239,990.
That's the short answer. The longer answer is that the Cypress packs a fourth bedroom into a single-story footprint without asking a family to give up the finishes, the efficiency, or the warranty that come standard on every Home Creations home.
Who is the Cypress floor plan built for?
The Cypress is built for buyers who've outgrown three bedrooms but don't want to take on a second story to get a fourth. A growing family, a couple planning ahead for kids, or anyone who wants a dedicated home office or guest room without stairs in the equation, all fit the Cypress well.
"A fourth bedroom changes how a family uses a house," said Scott Andrade, Division President of Home Creations Houston. "It's the difference between the baby staying in the primary suite and the baby having a room down the hall. We hear that from buyers constantly, that extra room is the whole reason they upgraded."
How is the Cypress floor plan laid out?
The Cypress keeps everything on one level: an open kitchen with an island that looks into the main living area, a primary suite set apart from the secondary bedrooms, and a walk-in closet and dual-sink layout in the primary bath. The kitchen includes a pantry and sits within easy reach of the garage entry and utility room, so groceries and laundry don't have to cross the whole house. A covered porch off the front and patio space at the back round out the plan. "So often, we see builders designing 1600+ square foot homes as a two story, and that's to save cost." Scott said "however, most families when asked, prefer single-story living."
What's included in the Cypress floor plan?
Every Cypress comes with the same standard feature set as other Home Creations Houston Village Collection homes:
- Kitchen: Granite countertops, full-overlay soft-close cabinetry with 36" uppers, full-height tile backsplash, and a Pfister pull-down faucet
- Energy efficiency: Radiant barrier roof decking, Low-E windows with argon gas, a tankless water heater (Navien in gas communities, Rinnai in electric), R-38 blown-in attic insulation with R-15 BIBS wall insulation, and a Lennox 15.2 SEER (gas) or 16 SEER (electric) HVAC system
- Roofing: Lifetime Dimensional Shingles rated for 110 mph wind resistance, and Class C impact resistance, which can qualify homeowners for insurance discounts
- Smart home: Ecobee smart thermostat, Kwikset SmartKey locks, Deako modular smart switches, and a Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung range
- Exterior: Brick accented with James Hardie siding and trim, standard front gutters, and frost-proof hose bibs
"People assume a plan under 1,700 square feet means a builder cuts something to hit the price point," Scott said. "We don't build it that way. The Cypress gets the same insulation package, the same roofing, the same warranty as every other plan we build."
How energy efficient is the Cypress floor plan?
The Cypress carries a HERS Index rating of 53, making 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 performed before drywall and again at closing, 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 Cypress available in Houston?
The Cypress is one of the more in-demand plans in the Village Collection right now, with three move-in ready homes in the Santa Fe community in Cleveland, Texas, and a fourth underway in Hill & Dale Ranch in Splendora, Texas.
- Santa Fe (Cleveland, TX): Three move-in ready Cypress homes are currently available, priced from $239,990 to $249,990.
- Hill & Dale Ranch (Splendora, TX): One Cypress is under construction at 25752 John Wayne Rd, priced at $263,990 and expected available October 2026. It's currently the only Cypress available in this community, and it's going up on one of the larger homesites in Hill & Dale Ranch.
To see current availability and schedule a tour, buyers can view the full Cypress listing or contact the on-site New Home Consultant.
What warranty coverage comes with the Cypress?
Every Cypress 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 Cypress floor plan? The Cypress is 1,649 square feet, with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage.
What is the starting price of the Cypress floor plan? The Cypress starts at $239,990 in the Santa Fe community in Cleveland, Texas. Pricing is subject to change and varies by lot and available promotions.
Is the Cypress a single-story home? Yes. All four bedrooms are on one level, with the primary suite separated from the secondary bedrooms.
What is the HERS Index rating of the Cypress? The Cypress 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 Cypress floor plan in person? Move-in ready Cypress homes are available now in the Santa Fe community in Cleveland, Texas, with another underway in Hill & Dale Ranch in Splendora, Texas.
Ready to see the Cypress in person? Schedule a tour of a move-in ready Cypress in Santa Fe, or explore other floor plans available in the Houston area.
