A Multi-Gen Suite Offers Lifestyle Advantages in New Homes
Blending households under one roof used to mean choosing between a cramped shared space or an expensive remodel. At Tesoro Viejo, several home collections solve that problem before you move in.
McCaffrey Homes' Ivy collection at Tesoro Viejo offers available Multi-Gen Suites in all plans
What Is a Multi-Gen Suite?
A multi-gen suite is a private living space attached to or incorporated into a larger home. It lets one household share a roof with another without sharing every room.
Builders sometimes call the same concept a next gen suite or a junior suite.
The goal of a multigenerational floor plan is balance. Everyone stays close, but no one has to give up independence.
- Flex space to adjust for different stages of life
- Private bedroom and full bathroom
- Separate entry, in most configurations
- Optional kitchenette or mini living area
- Located on the first floor in every Tesoro Viejo option below
Which Tesoro Viejo Home Collections Offer a Multi-Gen Suite?
Three home collections at Tesoro Viejo currently offer this layout, built by two different builders:
- McCaffrey Homes includes an optional Junior Suite on the Sage plan within its Savanna collection.
- McCaffrey also builds a standard first-floor multi-gen suite into the Thomas plan within its Ivy collection.
- De Young Properties takes a different approach with Residence 220, offered in the Sereno collection.
Residence 220 includes a downstairs secondary bedroom and bathroom. De Young describes this space as suited to caregiving, a nursery, or a home office.
"Today's homebuyers are looking for more than just a place to live. They want flexible spaces that bring generations together while giving everyone the privacy and independence they need. Multi-generational suites offer the perfect balance of connection, comfort and convenience, allowing families to care for aging parents, welcome adult children or accommodate extended family under one roof."
- Shelly Hogan, VP of Sales for McCaffrey Homes
Each floor plan option suitable for a multi-gen household at Tesoro Viejo puts the secondary space on the ground floor, a feature intentionally included for anyone who needs to avoid stairs.
The Sage plan at the Savanna collection offers an optional Junior Suite with en-suite bathroom and roomy walk-in closet
Choosing your home's layout often comes down to details like traffic flow or resale flexibility. Our floor plan guide walks through exactly what to weigh before picking one for a multigenerational household.
Thomas Plan, Multi-Gen Suite Floorplan by McCaffrey Homes
Lifestyle and Financial Benefits of Multigenerational Living
- One mortgage and one utility bill split across two incomes lowers the cost burden on everyone involved.
- A grandparent nearby can help with school pickup.
- An adult child home from college can save toward their own down payment instead of paying rent elsewhere.
- Families are able to share special memories and milestones together without constant travel.
Roughly 4 million U.S. homes now include a parent, an adult child, and a grandparent under one roof, NPR reports, up sharply from a decade ago. Realtor.com analyst Hannah Jones told NPR these homes also sell for about 22 percent more per square foot than comparable homes.
"Multi-generational homes offer families the opportunity to combine their financial resources, from sharing the down payment to splitting monthly mortgage payments. By purchasing a home together, multiple generations can make homeownership more affordable while enjoying the benefits of living close to loved ones, with the privacy and independence each generation desires."
- Shelly Hogan, VP of Sales for McCaffrey Homes
New Construction vs. Retrofitting for Multigenerational Living
Retrofitting an existing home for a second household usually means permits, contractors, and months of disruption. A multi-gen suite built into a new construction home is finished, code-compliant, and ready on closing day, with no renovation loan or temporary living arrangement required.
Newer construction also tends to run more efficiently than an older home with a bolted-on addition. That keeps combined utility costs lower than a retrofit typically allows.
See a Multi-Gen Suite for Yourself
Ready to see multigenerational-friendly homes in person? Schedule a tour with our team to see each of these floor plans today.
FAQs About Multi-Gen Suites
What is a multigenerational floor plan?
A multigenerational floor plan includes a private secondary living space within a larger home. It typically has a bedroom, a bathroom, and a separate entry, built for a second adult household to live independently.
Are multigenerational homes a good idea?
A multigenerational home works well for families managing caregiving, cost-sharing, or with a returning adult child by keeping everyone under one roof while preserving private space.
What is the top reason to purchase a multigenerational home?
Cost is the leading driver, based on NPR's reporting on the trend. Sharing one mortgage across generations stretches a housing budget further than two separate homes would, and built-in childcare or eldercare support follows close behind.
Ready to explore these options? Schedule a tour today to experience our multi-gen suites and see how they can transform your living experience!