At Village of Southampton, the choice between approximately 1,060 and 1,300 square feet is a true space decision. You get the same community, same elevator-serviced buildings, same private one-car garage, same 2-bedroom/2-bathroom format, and similar luxury finishes.
The difference is how much room you actually need.
Village of Southampton is a boutique 55+ condominium community at 756 Street Road in Upper Southampton Township, Bucks County. Toner Development built the 49 units across three buildings between 2014 and 2016. The community offers six open floor plans, generally ranging from about 1,060 to approximately 1,300 square feet.
We wish we had more units available here. With only 49 homes, inventory is genuinely scarce. If you want to know when a unit becomes available, contact us at TheSwainTeam@gmail.com or call (215) 757-7257.
Why the Size Question Is Harder Here
In many 55+ communities, choosing a smaller home versus a larger home also means choosing between different lifestyles.
You may be comparing:
- An apartment with a single-level layout
- A townhouse with stairs
- A detached home with a garage and basement
- A larger home with more maintenance
Village of Southampton is different. The comparison is much closer to apples-to-apples.
Whether you choose 1,060 or 1,300 square feet, you generally receive:
- Two bedrooms
- Two full bathrooms
- One-level living inside the condo
- A private balcony
- A private one-car garage
- Elevator access
- Open-concept living
- 9-foot ceilings
- Modern kitchens with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances
- A primary suite with a walk-in closet and en-suite bath
The variables are the interior square footage, exact floor plan, floor level, balcony exposure, and price.
That means you cannot simply say, “The bigger one must be better.” You have to decide what the extra space is actually going to do for you.
Also, 1,060 and 1,300 are the ends of a range. The community has six plans, including the Princeton, Brandywine, Dublin, Hampton, Hampton II, and Bentley. Always request the actual plan sheet for the specific unit you are considering.
The 1,060-Square-Foot Units
The smaller units are still complete homes. They are not stripped-down versions of the larger condos.
You still have:
- Two bedrooms
- Two full bathrooms
- An open living and dining area
- A modern kitchen
- A private balcony
- A private garage
- Elevator access
- Maintenance-free exterior living
Why 1,060 Square Feet Can Feel Larger
The 9-foot ceilings help. So does the open layout. When the kitchen, dining area, and living room connect visually, the home can feel more spacious than the number suggests.
The garage is also a major part of the equation.
A private garage gives you a place for:
- Golf clubs
- Holiday decorations
- Coolers
- Tools
- Luggage
- Seasonal equipment
- Extra household supplies
That matters because the condo itself does not have to hold everything you own.
The private balcony adds usable outdoor space, although it is generally not included in the interior square-footage number. A morning coffee or quiet evening outside can make the home live bigger day to day.
The Honest Limitation
Let’s be direct: 1,060 square feet is a significant reduction from a typical 2,500-square-foot family home.
It is roughly 40% of that size.
But the biggest loss is not always the living room. It is the utility space.
A larger house may have:
- A basement
- An attic
- A larger garage
- A shed
- A laundry or mudroom
- Multiple closets
- Yard storage
At Village of Southampton, you have the garage and the closets available in your specific plan. That makes the storage squeeze more severe than the living-space squeeze.
Is 1,060 Square Feet Enough for Two People?
Yes, it can be. Many couples live comfortably in this size.
But three things need to be true:
- You purge honestly before moving.
Do not move the contents of a large house into a smaller condo and hope everything will somehow fit. - You use the second bedroom purposefully.
It should be an office, guest room, or hobby room, not simply a room filled with boxes. - Neither person needs substantial private space.
If both of you want separate work areas, large projects spread out, or dedicated hobby rooms, the larger plans deserve a closer look.
For a couple who travels, downsizes carefully, and wants a lock-and-leave lifestyle, 1,060 square feet can be a very smart choice.
You will have less to heat, cool, clean, furnish, and maintain. When one person is cooking and the other is reading, the space can work very well.
The 1,300-Square-Foot Units
The extra 240 square feet is meaningful.
It may be the difference between:
- A kitchen that feels comfortable when two people are working in it
- A dining area that accommodates more guests
- A primary bedroom with room for a king bed and additional furniture
- A second bedroom that functions as a true office or guest room
- More closet and pantry depth
- Better separation between living, sleeping, and working areas
The extra space does not create a basement or a second garage. It does not turn the condo into a single-family home. But it can make daily life easier.
This is particularly important for couples who:
- Work from home
- Have different hobbies
- Host family
- Have frequent overnight guests
- Need a serious office
- Want room for exercise equipment
- Plan to stay for many years
Top-floor units around 1,300 square feet are among the most sought-after homes in the community. You may get better light and no one living above you.
The trade-off is simple: the elevator becomes functionally essential.
That is not necessarily a problem. The buildings have full-sized elevators, and elevator access is a major reason buyers choose this community. But a top-floor buyer should review the elevator maintenance contract, service history, reserve funding, and any planned capital work before making an offer.
Is 1,300 Square Feet Worth the Premium for One Person?
Usually not for the square footage alone.
Often yes for what the extra room allows you to do.
If you are a solo buyer and the second bedroom would become a storage room, the larger unit may not be worth the higher purchase price, taxes, furnishing costs, and utility expense.
Choose the 1,060-square-foot unit without hesitation if:
- You travel frequently
- You already own very little
- You do not work from home
- You rarely host overnight guests
- Staying comfortably within your budget is the priority
- You prefer less space to clean and manage
The 1,300-square-foot unit can be worth paying for if the second room has a real job.
That could mean:
- A private home office
- A dedicated sewing or craft room
- A comfortable guest room for children or grandchildren
- A fitness room
- A quiet library
- A place to host Thanksgiving or holiday gatherings
You are not really buying 240 extra square feet. You are buying a second room that works.
The Buyer-Type Comparison
| Buyer type | Best fit |
|---|---|
| Solo buyer | 1,060 sq. ft. is usually excellent |
| Couple | 1,060 sq. ft. works if you purge and use the second bedroom well |
| Solo buyer who hosts or works from home | 1,300 sq. ft. may be worth the premium |
| Couple with separate hobbies or offices | 1,300 sq. ft. is the comfortable default |
| Frequent traveler | Lean smaller; the garage and lock-and-leave lifestyle provide most of the benefit |
| Buyer with extensive possessions | Be cautious with either size and plan the purge first |
What Matters More Than Square Footage
Square footage is important. It is not the only thing that determines whether a unit feels right.
1. The Private Garage
This is the biggest space asset after the condo itself. Every unit has a private one-car garage, regardless of size.
Ask whether it accommodates your vehicle and how much storage remains after parking.
2. Floor Level
The first floor offers simpler access. Higher floors may offer more light and privacy.
A top-floor unit eliminates overhead neighbors but increases your reliance on the elevator.
3. Balcony Orientation
Ask:
- Does the balcony face morning sun or afternoon sun?
- Does it overlook trees, the entrance, or parking?
- Is it exposed or more private?
- Can you comfortably use it during the times you expect to be outside?
This is a daily quality-of-life issue that the square-footage number cannot show.
4. The Specific Plan
Two units with similar square footage may live very differently. One may have a better kitchen arrangement. Another may offer more closet space or better separation between bedrooms.
5. Light and Windows
All units have 9-foot ceilings, but window placement varies by plan and floor. A bright 1,060-square-foot home may feel better than a darker 1,300-square-foot home.
The Purge and Storage Question
The uncomfortable truth is that downsizing is often a storage problem before it is a living-space problem.
Start with three categories:
- Daily use: Items you use regularly
- Seasonal: Holiday decorations, winter clothing, patio items
- Sentimental: Family records, photographs, heirlooms
Measure your furniture before you move. A sectional that fit perfectly in a large family-room may not fit the new living area. Measure the sofa, dining table, bedroom furniture, and exercise equipment against the actual plan.
Use:
- Vertical shelving
- Under-bed storage
- Multi-purpose furniture
- A properly organized garage
- A custom closet system if needed
Be careful with off-site storage. Use it for seasonal or genuinely long-term items, not as a parking lot for decisions you are avoiding.
Before renting a storage unit, calculate the five-year cost. Many storage units become permanent and expensive extensions of the home.
Questions to Ask When You Tour
Before you make an offer, ask:
- Which of the six plans is this?
- Can I see the actual plan sheet?
- What is the exact interior square footage?
- Does the quoted square footage include the balcony?
- Which floor is the unit on?
- What does the balcony face?
- Will my vehicle fit comfortably in the garage?
- Is there additional assigned storage?
- How old are the HVAC system and water heater?
- What is the current condo fee?
- What were the fee increases during the last three years?
- Can I review the reserve study?
- Are there pending special assessments?
- What is the elevator maintenance and service history?
Because only 49 owners share the association’s expenses, reserve health matters. A small community can feel wonderfully private, but large repairs are divided among fewer households.
You can review the Village of Southampton community details and floor plans here, or read more about the community’s single-level lifestyle in our Village of Southampton downsizing guide.
A Note for Homeowners Preparing to Sell
If you are selling your current home to make this move, do not automatically spend heavily on improvements.
We generally recommend skipping a project that costs more than 1% of the home’s value when it is expected to return less than 75% of the cost. In that situation, a repair credit may be the better strategy.
The goal is to prepare your home intelligently, not to spend thousands on improvements a buyer may change anyway. We are more than willing to help you prioritize repairs, staging, and preparation.
The Bottom Line
Choose approximately 1,060 square feet if you want the Village of Southampton lifestyle with the lowest cost and least upkeep. It can work beautifully for one person and comfortably for a couple who downsizes honestly.
Choose approximately 1,300 square feet if you need a real second room, host regularly, work from home, or want more flexibility for the years ahead. For one person, it is worth the premium only when you will use that space.
Remember: the perfect size may not be available this month. Village of Southampton has only 49 units, six floor plans, and limited resale inventory. We wish we had more homes to show buyers, and desirable units can move quickly.
If Village of Southampton is not available, we can also compare other 55+ communities in Bucks County. Avenrowe is another scarce option, with only 80 homes built between 1999 and 2000, no room for further development, and strong demand for single-story housing.
For current availability, an actual floor plan, or help deciding whether 1,060 or 1,300 square feet fits your life, contact The Swain Team:
- TheSwainTeam@gmail.com
- Office: (215) 757-7257
We will tell you what is available, explain the trade-offs, and let you know the moment a Village of Southampton unit in your target size comes to market.