Townhouse types explained: freehold, condo, stacked and back-to-back
"Townhouse" covers several very different products. Know which one you are buying.
By ownership
- Freehold townhouse: you own the house and the land. No monthly fees.
- POTL (parcel of tied land): you own your house and land, plus a share of common elements such as a private road. A modest monthly fee.
- Condo townhouse: you own the unit; the land and exterior are common elements. Monthly fees cover exterior upkeep and more.
By design
- Traditional (street) townhouse: front and back yard, usually freehold.
- Back-to-back: shares the back wall with another unit, so windows are only at the front (and side for end units). Lower price, less light.
- Stacked townhouse: one unit on top of another, each over two levels. Usually condo ownership.
- Dual frontage: faces a street on one side and a lane or park on the other.
What to compare
- Monthly fees and what they cover
- Outdoor space and parking
- Natural light (end units are usually brighter)
- Resale demand in that area for that type
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What does this mean for you?
Book a free 15-minute call and Dinesh will walk you through how it affects your plans.
