The Sims 4 lets you build your dream house or storefront, with a variety of lot types to choose from. In previous Sims games, you were able to lay down lots in a town, but in The Sims 4, there are preset lots that you can tweak and build on.
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Although these lot locations are static, you’ll still be able to choose from a variety of types. In this guide, we are going to look at every lot type available in The Sims 4. This will include base game lots, as well as ones that unlock with certain expansions to the game.
First and foremost, it’s important to note that lots have two main categories; residential and community. These are pretty self-explanatory. Residential lots are where your Sims live, while community lots are where Sims gather.
A community lot can have a bed, but there is no family that lives on the property. Overall, just consider community lots as anything besides residences.
Every Residential Lot Type
Now, let’s look at all residential lots in The Sims 4. It’s important to note that the base game just has the standard ‘Residential’ lot; there are no other types that you can choose from. As such, this list below will mainly highlight expansion lots, including the pack and specifications.
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Lot Type |
DLC |
Description |
|---|---|---|
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Residential |
Base Game |
This is the typical lot that you build a house on. |
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Apartment |
City Living Eco Lifestyle |
This is a simple apartment in a building made of several. You can’t make your own apartment building; this is locked to specific lots. |
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Penthouse |
City Living Discover University Lovestruck |
This is a penthouse on the top of a tall building. You can’t make your penthouse; this is locked to specific lots. |
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University Housing |
Discover University |
This is a typical college dorm. Britechester has pre-made dorms, but you can make your own too. |
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Tiny Home |
Tiny Living Stuff |
These are just really small houses, with three tiers of tininess (small, tiny, and micro). Each type has its own tile limit and benefits. |
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Haunted House |
Paranormal Stuff |
Haunted houses are a bit spooky when night falls. Ghosts may appear, things may move, and electronics may flicker. |
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For Rent |
This functions like a customizable apartment complex, separate from the apartment type listed above. |
There are quite a few more community lots in the base game of The Sims 4, so let’s go over these first before diving into the DLC lots.
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Lot Type |
Description |
|---|---|
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Generic |
This is a blank slate, allowing you to make it however you want! |
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Bar |
This is a lot where Sims can hang out or go on dates. The lot will need a bar in order to become a… bar. If you add bowling stuff, this can become a bowling alley. |
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Gym |
This is a lot where Sims can exercise. The lot will need exercise equipment to become a gym. |
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Library |
This is a lot where Sims can read books as well as use any computer placed. Sims won’t actually be able to take home books, just read them. |
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Lounge |
These are pretty similar to bars, but more entertainers will appear here. |
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Museum |
These are lots filled with artwork and sculptures. Museums can also have easels for Sims to paint on. |
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Nightclub |
Again, these are similar to bars and lounges, but Sims will be more inclined to dance and DJ. |
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Pool |
As expected, these are lots with a pool. |
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Park |
These are outdoor spaces where Sims can hang out. Typically, these have chess tables, play areas for children, and a bathroom. |
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National Park |
These are outdoor spaces similar to normal parks, but they are a bit more ‘outdoorsy’. National parks need a picnic table, grill, and trash can. |
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Vacation Rental |
This is like a hybrid residential community lot. Sims don’t permanently live here, but it’s essentially an Airbnb that Sims can temporarily stay in for up to 7 days. |
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Wedding Venue |
These are specific venues that are made to host weddings. The lot doesn’t have any requirements, but you can add wedding stuff like arches or an indoor area. |
These are lots that require DLC in order to access. We’ve added the ‘Locked’ section as well; there are several types of community lots that are locked to specific locations. You won’t be able to make your own version, they are unique to the DLC. This is similar to City Living apartments for residential lots.
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Lot Type |
DLC |
Description |
Locked? |
|---|---|---|---|
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Science Lab |
StrangerVille Get to Work |
This is a permanent lab lot that is either worked at or explored (StrangerVille storyline). |
Yes |
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Beach |
Island Living |
This is very similar to a park, but Sims can interact with the water (swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, etc.). |
No (but you can only have beaches in Sulani and Tartosa) |
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Foxbury/UBrite Commons |
Discover University |
These are common areas for the two universities in the game. UBrite requires a debate podium and microphone, while Foxbury requires robotics workstations and computers. |
No |
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Business |
Get To Work Dine Out Cats and Dogs For Rent |
This is a retail lot that Sims can run a business on. There are several types: Photo Gallery (Get To Work) Bakery (Get To Work) Book Store (Get To Work) Clothing Store (Get To Work) Restaurant (Dine Out) Veterinarian Clinic (Cats and Dogs) If your Sim is a landlord, the rental lot is essentially their business. (For Rent) |
No |
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Eco Lifestyle |
This lot has four types; basic space (no requirements), garden, marketplace, and maker space. |
No |
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First Order Cargo |
Journey to Batuu |
This is a residential area in Batuu. |
Yes |
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Oga’s Cantina |
Journey to Batuu |
This is a cantina within Black Spire Outpost, which is essentially a Star Wars bar/lounge/nightclub. |
Yes |
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Resistance Encampment |
Journey to Batuu |
This is a residential area in Batuu. |
Yes |
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Onsen Bathhouse |
Snowy Escape |
This is a bathhouse lot, where Sims can shower and then hop in the hot spring. |
No |
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Cafe |
Get Together |
This is a typical cafe, but it’s separate from the Business type, since Sims can’t actually own this lot. |
No |
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Chalet Gardens |
Get Together |
This is only applied to the Von Haunt Estate, but you can edit the lot however you want. Parties can be held here. |
Yes |
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Island Bluff |
Get Together |
This is only in The Bluffs, but at night, it can serve as a party location. |
Yes |
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Ancient Ruins |
Get Together |
This is a neighborhood in Windenburg that also has a small lot. Like the previous two types, parties can be held here. |
Yes |
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Arts Center |
City Living |
This is similar to a museum, but at an arts center, Sims can make music. |
No |
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Central Park |
City Living |
This is a park type that only applies to Myshuno Meadows; you can’t make your own. |
Yes |
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Karaoke Bar |
City Living |
This is a bar with karaoke machines. Unlike bars, this cannot function as a bowling alley when you add lanes. |
No |
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Auditorium |
High School Years |
This type only applies to the Auditorium in Rockridge Heights, used by the high school. |
Yes |
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High School |
High School Years |
This only applies to Copperdale High School, but when school isn’t in session, you can freely edit it. |
Yes |
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Thrift and Bubble Tea Store |
High School Years |
This is a cafe that sells unique clothing and drinks. The lot can host a variety of events including fashion shows, comedy nights, and poetry readings. |
No |
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Recreation Center |
Growing Together |
This is a family-friendly lot that has an arts center, gym, game room, and play space. A lot of things can be done here, so you’ll see a wide variety of Sims visit. |
No |
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Life and Death |
This lot has appeared in several expansions, but until Life and Death, it didn’t have its own official assignment. As expected, cemeteries hold graves, urns, and crypts. |
No |
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