14800 Cactus Hill, $445,000. Raised rancher on 5 acres in the Moyaone Reserve. Enjoy this vintage rancher as is or remodel to take advantage of the mix of vintage and modern. Original hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, woodstove, large lot in front and pasture in the rear. Call Sheryl Romeo, Sheryl Romeo Real Estate today for a tour.
We all know a ranch house from our past. Chances are, you grew up in one, or your grandparents lived in one their whole lives, or your best friend lived in one down the block.
This popular home style spread from coast to coast in the U.S. in great numbers during the 20th century. First built in the 1930s, the ranch style was extremely popular with the booming post-war middle class of the 1940s to 1970s. Known as American Ranch, Western Ranch, or California Rambler, Ranch Style houses can be found in nearly every part of the United States.
The style originated in California from the work of several prosperous architects. Their clients bought an acre or two within 10, 20 or even 30 miles of urban centers. Inexpensive land was plentiful at that time. This opportunity for generous spaces laid a framework for ranch-style design, which borrowed characteristics of the preceding Prairie and Craftsman styles.
The earth-hugging Prairie Style houses pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright and the informal Bungalow styles of the early 20th century paved the way for the popular Ranch Style. Architect Cliff May is credited with building the first Ranch Style house in San Diego, California in 1932.
The common thread is a long and low asymmetrical appearance with generous porches or entrance covers and a free-flowing form many sited on generous parcels. This type of setting attracted many 20th-century homeowners wishing to raise families. Large yards where they could let their children play and the chance to achieve a sense of privacy and autonomy also made the theme alluring.
The classic ranch still has appeal for older and younger generations. The baby boomers, now in their 60s, like the single-story construction typical of this architecture. Younger buyers looking for their first home love the retro style.