the Elsmore

🏠 The Elsmore: A Modern Tribute to a Classic American Bungalow

The Elsmore pays homage to one of the most beloved models from the Sears, Roebuck and Company's Modern Homes program. The original Elsmore was sold between 1913 and the mid-1920s, becoming a perennial favorite among American homebuyers. Our modern Elsmore bungalow reinterprets this iconic design for today's California living, blending historic charm with contemporary construction.

✨ Key Features and Design

Inspired by Sears' premium "Honor Bilt" line, our Elsmore bungalow captures the refinement and comfort of the original while incorporating modern materials and building standards:

• Style: A graceful, well-lighted bungalow with the distinctive low-slung, hipped roof that made the original famous.
• Front Porch: Features a super-sized front porch with signature bungalow columns and five-piece eave brackets—the hallmark of classic Sears homes.
• Interior Layout: A smart, circular floor plan maximizing usable space. Our design honors the original's 1,100-square-foot, five-room layout with modern updates for flexible living.
• Modern Amenities: Built to 21st-century standards with fire-resistant materials, seismic compliance, and energy-efficient systems—maintaining the spirit of innovation that made Sears homes "modern" for their time.

📜 Historic Inspiration

Our Elsmore design draws from the fascinating legacy of the original Sears model:

• Original Years: First introduced as the No. 208 in 1913, later renamed the Elsmore (No. 2013). It remained popular through the mid-1920s.
• Affordability Legacy: The original sold for approximately $1,528 in 1919, offering significant value through mass-production and bulk purchasing. We carry forward this mission of accessible, quality housing.
• The Kit Home Spirit: The original Elsmore arrived complete with lumber, roofing, flooring, doors, windows, and hardware—everything needed to build. Our modern prefab bungalow continues this tradition, delivering complete materials with detailed instructions for efficient assembly.

🌞 Perfect for California Living

Our Elsmore bungalow is specifically designed for California's unique needs:

• Fire-Resistant Materials: Meeting California wildfire building standards
• Seismic Compliance: Engineered for earthquake safety
• Energy Efficiency: Modern insulation and ventilation for year-round comfort
• Quick Assembly: Reducing construction time and labor costs
• Affordable Pricing: Making California homeownership accessible again