Alley-load homes (or rear load homes) are houses with the garage at the back of the property, usually off an alleyway behind the home. Not only do alley-load homes give the house a unique look and feel, but there are also other benefits for your family:

  1. Community Engagement: Due to the garage being behind the home, the front entryway is more spacious and perfect for social gatherings with the neighbors. In addition, most alley-load homes come with covered patios for added space to enjoy the company of friends and family.
  2. Safer for Children: There’s more room for the kids to play out front without vehicles blocking the entrance to the house.
  3. Open Concept Floor Plan: The placement of the garage at the back can sometimes allow for more efficient use of the interior space, with more room available for living areas or a larger front yard.
  4. Reduced Street Noise: Enjoy a quieter, more serene living environment with an alley-load home, where the house itself acts as a buffer from street noise.
  5. Aesthetically Pleasing: The front of the home can be designed for aesthetics without the need to accommodate a garage or driveway. You can be creative with your landscaping in the front yard making it a more welcoming and attractive street view.

Alley-load homes offer a unique blend of aesthetic appeal, practicality, and safety, providing an ideal alternative layout for homebuyers seeking a balance of beauty and function in residential design.

Shop alley-load homes in Seabrook Village at Nocatee today and make sure to reach out to Online Sales Manager, Melissa Matthews, for information on our November Sales Event. You could save hundreds of dollars a month on your mortgage!