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Bungalows for Sale in Brantford

A bungalow keeps the kitchen, bedrooms and main bathroom on one floor, which is why so many downsizers, young families and buyers with mobility needs ask for one. Brantford has several styles, and they are not equally step-free, so it pays to know which one you are looking at.

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Bungalows for sale in Brantford

131 active bungalows on the MLS® System, newest first

  • $625,000

    43 Ruffian Road

    Brantford · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,271 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Real Broker Ontario Ltd

  • Open house Sat, Nov 7

    $540,000

    570 West Street, Unit 1

    Brantford · Condo townhouse

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,148 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Keller Williams Edge Realty

  • Open house Sun, Nov 8

    $499,900

    17B Emilie Street

    Brantford · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 996 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Century 21 Heritage House LTD

  • $529,000

    570 West Street, Unit 2

    Brantford · Condo townhouse

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,022 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Pay It Forward Realty

  • $549,919

    410 Nelson Street

    Brantford · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 633 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Pay It Forward Realty

What kinds of bungalows are for sale in Brantford?

The standard bungalow is the most common: one floor of living space over a full basement, reached by a single staircase. You will see whole streets of them in Eagle Place, the North End and parts of Terrace Hill, many built in the decades after the war. They are simple, solid houses, and plenty of buyers finish the basement as a family room or guest space.

Raised bungalows sit higher, so the lower level has bigger windows and feels like real living space rather than a basement. Bi-levels open onto a landing between floors. Bungalow townhomes, often in adult-oriented developments or newer subdivisions, offer main-floor laundry and an attached garage with no stairs at all. If you want a fully accessible home, a bungalow townhome or a standard bungalow with a level entry is usually the better starting point.

  • Standard bungalow: one main floor over a full basement
  • Raised bungalow: higher foundation, bright lower level, steps at the entrance
  • Bi-level (split entrance): landing with half-flights up and down
  • Bungalow townhome: attached single-level living, often with a garage

Is a bungalow right for downsizing or mobility needs?

One floor helps, but check the details. Count the steps from the driveway to the door and from the garage into the house. Measure doorway widths and look at the main bathroom: a tub can usually be replaced with a walk-in shower, but a cramped bathroom is harder to fix. Main-floor laundry is a big plus that many older bungalows lack.

If you are planning for a parent or adult child to live with you, a bungalow basement can sometimes become a separate suite. Our guide to accessory suites and multi-generational housing explains what makes a unit legal in Ontario and what it takes to get there.

Should you look for a bungalow outside Brantford?

Bungalows are also common in the villages around the city, often on larger lots. If you want one-floor living with a bigger yard or a quieter street, look at homes for sale in Brant County, especially Mount Pleasant just south of the city. Keep in mind that rural properties may be on a well and septic, which adds a few checks to your purchase.

Inside Brantford, a bungalow keeps you close to hospitals, shopping and transit, which matters more to some buyers every year. Either way, our buying page explains how we help you compare homes and write an offer.

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Bungalows for Sale in Brantford: your questions

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Is a raised bungalow a good choice if I want to avoid stairs?

Not always. A raised bungalow keeps the bedrooms and kitchen on one level, but the main floor sits several steps above the ground, both at the front door and usually from the garage. If stairs are the concern now or might be later, look for a standard bungalow or bungalow townhome with a level or near-level entry, or ask whether a ramp or lift could be added.

What is the difference between a bi-level and a raised bungalow?

The terms are often used loosely, even in listings. Generally, a bi-level or split-entrance home opens onto a landing between floors, with a half-flight up to the main floor and a half-flight down. A raised bungalow usually has steps outside up to a front door that opens at main-floor level. Both have lower levels with larger windows than a standard basement.

Can a bungalow basement become a rental suite in Brantford?

Often it can, and bungalows are a popular choice for it because the basement covers the whole footprint. To be legal, the unit must meet Ontario's building and fire codes and City of Brantford zoning, which covers things like ceiling height, exits, fire separation and parking. Ask whether an existing suite was permitted and inspected before you count on its rent.

Why can a bungalow cost more than a two-storey of the same size?

A bungalow spreads all its living space across one floor, so it needs a bigger foundation, a bigger roof and a wider lot for the same square footage as a two-storey house. That costs more to build and can mean more roof to maintain later. In return you get one-floor living, which is exactly what many buyers are paying for.

Are bungalow townhomes condos?

Some are and some are not. Many bungalow townhomes in adult-oriented developments are condominiums, with a monthly fee that covers exterior maintenance, snow clearing and lawn care. Others are freehold, where you own and maintain your unit and lot. Confirm which one you are looking at, and if it is a condo, review the status certificate before your offer goes firm.

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