SimHomestead - a Sim Settlements add on

⭐ ⭐⭐ (4,430 endorsements) 📥 145,204 downloads 📌 v4.9 📅 5/28/2017
⚪ Last updated 2018

By Eldarth · Sim Settlements

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/5/2018 📅 Created: 5/28/2017
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗
3📦 Sim Settlements Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #12 of 13 Sim Settlements mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Homesteaders addon aims to bring a bit more solidity and stability to the settlement homes.

Requires Version 2. 1. 7 or Greater of Sim Settlements

and Far Harbor DLC

[ Russian Translation: SimHomestead_RU ]

NOTICE:  v4. 0+ now requires Far Harbor DLC

Contents (Newest changes in yellow)

New Settlement Leaders:

  • []Honest Dan (WIP - Unfortunately, since Bethesda "killed him off" after his quest line he's non-functional ... for now.)

    New Interior Plots:

    • []Agricultural Hydroponics Farm - produces 3/9/15 food at a cost of 2/4/6 power

      []Commercial Brothel (Choice Only plan - won't randomly build)

      []Commercial "Prime Meats" - Butcher L1 (Custom Meat & BBQ Vendor)

      []Commercial "Bar None" - Bar L1 (Custom Bar Vendor w/a few signature cocktails)

      []Industrial "Water Recycler" - L1 provides 33% purified water, L2: 66%, L3: 100% 

    • []Industrial "Glass Recycler"  - Produces mostly glass, some crystal, some ceramic, and rarely fiber optics.

      []Industrial "Explosives Lab" - Produces some Molotov Cocktails, a few grenades and some experimental explosives for settlement.

             - Fixed missing patchwork metal walls

    • []2 Brick Houses (13 Level 1 variants, 4 Level 3 variants)

      []Park House w/Gardens

      • []Masonry Store (General Vendor)

        []Butcher L1 (Custom Meat & BBQ Vendor), Deli L2 (Custom Deli Vendor w/14 new food items!)

        New Industrial:

        • []Gravel Pit (Provides cement and occasional rare minerals)

          []Herbal Shop (L1) / Drug Factory (L2) (Provides herbs, and at L2 consumer drugs)

          New Martial:

          • []2x2 Heavy Tower (Beta L3) -- Beta: mounted minigun is unusable currently

            []2x2 Gatehouse (L1/L2)

            []1x1 Sniper Tower

            New Recreational:

            []Interior Brothel

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

SimHomestead is a Sim Settlements add-on that introduces homesteader settlers who invest more time and energy into building their homes, reflecting a more stable Commonwealth. With 4,430 endorsements and 145,204 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking deeper settlement building.

✨ Key Features

Adds homesteader settlers to Sim Settlements who invest more in their homes.
Designed for a stable Commonwealth, focusing on rebuilding beyond simple structures.
Popular add-on with 4,430 endorsements and 145,204 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust: 4,430 endorsements and 145k downloads show it's a go-to for settlement fans.
  • Fits the Sim Settlements vibe perfectly—adds settlers who actually care about their homes, not just shacks.
  • Still relevant for modded playthroughs even if it's older; the concept holds up.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2018—might have compatibility issues with newer Sim Settlements versions or the base game.
  • Requires Sim Settlements to work, so it's not for players who haven't already invested in that mod.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who love Sim Settlements and want more immersive settler behavior. If you're building sprawling settlements and want settlers to feel more invested, this is for you. Skip if you're not using Sim Settlements or prefer vanilla settlement mechanics.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have Sim Settlements installed and updated before adding this mod, as it's a dependency.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM to handle installation and load order automatically.
  • Check the mod's comments section for any known issues with current Sim Settlements versions, since it's old.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Eldarth
Version
4.9
Downloads
145,204
Endorsements
4,430
Category
Sim Settlements
Created
5/28/2017
Updated
8/5/2018

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