{"id":11785,"date":"2020-03-13T13:55:15","date_gmt":"2020-03-13T13:55:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kenyahomes.co.ke\/blog\/?p=11785"},"modified":"2020-03-23T07:41:28","modified_gmt":"2020-03-23T07:41:28","slug":"the-difference-between-semi-detached-homes-and-townhomes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kenyahomes.co.ke\/blog\/the-difference-between-semi-detached-homes-and-townhomes\/","title":{"rendered":"Semi-Detached Homes vs Townhomes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As similar as semi-detached homes and townhomes are, there are visible differences…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the time comes to choose a new home or to finally purchase your dream home, you have many choices. Based on your location and preferences, you may find yourself trying to decide whether a\u00a0semi-detached house\u00a0or a\u00a0townhome\u00a0will best suit your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each of these types of homes has its benefits and drawbacks; the choice is entirely up to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Semi-Detached Features<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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semi-detached houses <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A semi-detached home is a single-family home that is built to share one common wall with the home beside it. For many homebuyers, this is a preferable choice over a townhome because not only does each home have its own entrance and surrounding land, but there is also more privacy with only one connected wall.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These homes tend to be designed to be mirror images of each other so that if the shared wall is a kitchen in one home, it is also a kitchen in the other home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Townhouses Features<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Row of just finished new brown townhouses. Freepik Photo <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Townhouses are traditionally a basic row house with two or more floors. These homes are connected, on both sides and on all levels with the homes on either side, unless you have an end unit. As far as space and property, the yard is generally near the front and back doors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is not much privacy in a townhouse but, when it comes to making the most of available space, the multiple levels allow for plenty of interior room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing your new home involves more than liking the style or design. You need to look at the space, the layout, and how your belongings and family will fit into the home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you have young children who like to play outdoors, the semi-detached may offer more room and freedom for playtime. On the other hand, if you are too busy to do yard work, then a townhome may be more your style.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As similar as semi-detached homes and townhomes are, there are visible differences… When the time comes to choose a new home or to finally purchase your dream home, you have many choices. Based on your location and preferences, you may find yourself trying to decide whether a\u00a0semi-detached house\u00a0or a\u00a0townhome\u00a0will best suit your needs. 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