Townhome living: Discover the benefits
Charm meets convenience. That’s what townhome living is all about. It’s more than a home, it’s a lifestyle. With a townhome, you get to experience the charm of a new home that includes an open floorplan, less maintenance, and more livable space. Read on to discover why townhome living is the perfect choice if you’re seeking a stylish and convenient new home.
Townhome v. Duplex v. Attached: Here’s the difference
You’ve probably heard at least one of these different terms before: Townhome, duplex, attached, paired home, etc. So, what do they all mean? We’re sharing the unique qualities of these homes, because yes, they’re all different.
Townhomes: A multi-level attached home, which usually shares one or two common walls with one or more townhomes. Usually, the homeowner’s association (HOA) maintains the outdoor common area, including the shared amenities.
Duplex: A duplex or paired home is a single building that contains two separate living units. Each unit has its own entrance and there’s usually a shared foundation, shared roof, and multiple shared walls.
Attached: A townhome or duplex are both referred to as an attached home. It’s a term meaning that the homes are attached to one or more neighboring units.
Benefits of a new townhome
Low maintenance
Townhomes often have shared outdoor spaces that are maintained by the HOA. This may also include external building maintenance, providing a big timesaver. This means less time focusing on maintaining your home, and more time relaxing in your new space. Modern appliances and new plumbing, heating, and electrical systems also help your new townhome require less maintenance — providing time and cost-savings. Low maintenance, high design.
Community life
With townhome living, you get the sense of community among neighbors. It offers a great opportunity for social interaction and creating a closer bond with your community. Additionally, townhomes are often located in desirable neighborhoods with nearby amenities like local restaurants, parks, stores, and more. This makes it easy to enjoy all that your community has to offer, without having to travel far from home.
Amenities
Many townhome communities offer amenities such as outdoor recreational areas, parks, and sometimes community pools providing added value and convenience, which is an exclusive benefit for homeowners. Shared amenities are usually maintained by the HOA, which gives you more opportunity to enjoy and relax at your convenience. From using the outdoor BBQ spaces to utilizing nearby lounge areas, it’s all about fun and comfortable living.
Outdoor living options
From decks to patios, outdoor living is a great benefit to townhome living. Balconies and other outdoor living areas provide the perfect setting for al fresco dining, gardening, and more. Outdoor living areas are also an extension of your living space, helping make your home more open and livable.
Privacy, security, and convenience
With a townhome, you don’t typically have neighbors above or below — making it more of a private living environment. Many times, townhomes are in gated communities, providing security and privacy.
Personalization options
With a new Tri Pointe Homes townhome, you can personalize your space via the Design Studio, where you can let your inner creativity loose and design a home that aligns with your unique taste and needs. This allows you to enhance the overall appearance of your home and make it a true reflection of your style. You have the freedom to upgrade your kitchen cabinets and countertops, select flooring that complements your unique aesthetic, and more.
Reasons to consider a new townhome for your next move
High-design floorplans and light, airy spaces are a big part of Tri Pointe Homes’ townhome development focus. And our townhomes are built using our LivaAbility™ approach — homes that are designed for greater ease and more comfort. The Tri Pointe Homes neighborhood of Contour, for example, focuses on design-forward townhomes. The new homes include fresh, contemporary style and LivingSmart® features that make these low-maintenance homes really stand out. The neighborhood has the close-knit gated community feel with exclusive homeowner amenities, including a community pool.
“At Tri Pointe Homes, our goal when designing townhomes is to deliver the same overall LiveAbility™ we would have in a single family-detached home,” Jeff Lake, Vice President of Architecture & Design, explained. “In townhomes, we offer a variety of floorplans and spaces that have great lighting and private outdoor living areas — providing a great, more affordable home for homebuyers of various ages and lifestyle stages.” With convenience, low maintenance, livable space, and a variety of amenities, consider a townhome for your next move — it may just be the right fit.
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