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Thinking About Buying New? Here’s Your Guide to Preconstruction Homes coming soon If you're exploring new preconstruction homes, understanding the difference between floor plans, spec homes, and customization options can help you choose the right path. Here’s a clear breakdown based on current market insights. What Is a Floor Plan? A floor plan is the blueprint for your future home literally. It outlines the layout, room sizes, flow, and overall structure of a custom-built property. One of the biggest advantages of buying new preconstruction is the ability to choose or customize a floor plan that fits your lifestyle. Whether you want an open-concept kitchen, a main-floor office, or a larger primary suite, builders can tailor the design to your needs. Snapshot: Average price of a home built from a custom floor plan: C$680,264 Average size: 1,892 sq. ft. Average bedrooms: 3 What Are Spec Homes? “Spec homes” (short for speculative homes) are built by developers before a buyer is attached. These homes are designed with popular layouts and finishes that appeal to a wide range of buyers—perfect if you want something move?in ready without waiting for construction. Should You Buy a New Construction Home? New construction offers two clear paths: Choose a Spec Home Move in quickly with a professionally designed layout and finishes already selected. Build From a Floor Plan Customize your home from the ground up—layout, finishes, features, and more. Either way, you get the peace of mind that comes with a brand?new home, modern building standards, and no hidden surprises from previous owners. How Many Bedrooms Do New Homes Have? It depends on whether you choose a spec home or a custom floor plan: Spec homes: Average 3.1 bedrooms Custom floor plans: Average 3 bedrooms, but fully customizable What’s the Average Size of a New Construction Home? In Calgary, new homes tend to fall within a similar size range: Floor plan builds: ~1,892 sq. ft. Spec homes: ~1,864 sq. ft. Your final square footage depends on your lot size and the design you choose—but builders offer a wide range of options to fit your needs.