🏠 Colonial Revival vs. Bungalow Style Homes: Which One Fits Your Lifestyle?

By RAM REAL ESTATE INC.

When shopping for a home in Tampa, you’ll likely come across two timeless architectural styles that dominate many of the city's most charming neighborhoods: Colonial Revival and Bungalow (Craftsman-style) homes. Both are rich in character—but they serve very different lifestyles.

So, what’s the difference, and which is right for you?

🏛️ What is a Colonial Revival Home?

Colonial Revival homes draw inspiration from early American colonial architecture and became popular in the late 1800s. These homes exude elegance, formality, and balance.

✅ Key Features:

• Symmetrical façade with centered front door

• Typically two stories

• Decorative columns, pediments, and shutters

• Brick or wood siding

• Formal interior layout (dining room, parlor, etc.)

🏘️ Where to Find Them in Tampa:

You’ll spot these beauties in Hyde Park, South Tampa, and West Tampa—areas known for their historic appeal.

🧠 Ideal For:

Buyers who appreciate traditional design, spacious layouts, and a stately curb appeal.

🏡 What is a Bungalow (Craftsman) Style Home?

Bungalow homes became popular in the early 1900s during the Arts & Crafts movement. These homes are known for their cozy charm and handcrafted details.

✅ Key Features:

• Usually one or one-and-a-half stories

• Wide front porch with thick, tapered columns

• Low-pitched roof with overhangs

• Built-ins, wood beams, and open living spaces

• Stone, wood, and natural materials inside and out

🏘️ Where to Find Them in Tampa:

Check out Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, and Riverside Heights—neighborhoods full of vintage charm and bungalow rows.

🧠 Ideal For:

Homeowners who love warmth, practicality, and a laid-back, vintage vibe.

📞 Let RAM REAL ESTATE INC. Help You Decide

Whether you’re drawn to the classic beauty of a Colonial Revival or the charm and simplicity of a Craftsman Bungalow, we’ll help you find the home that fits your lifestyle—and your vision.

Call us today at 813-992-9816 to tour Tampa’s most iconic architectural styles and make one of them your own.