Townhouse living is a way of life for many people. It’s a sought-after version of home ownership for lots of people, offering a nice alternative to the upkeep and expense of a single-family home. Townhouses boast a unique architectural character, sharing walls and multiple floors, and usually only having one to three stories.
If you are contemplating moving to a townhouse in Richmond, chock full of many beautiful townhome neighborhoods, you’ll want to take the following factors into consideration.
1. Cost
Townhouses are usually a more affordable choice than single-family homes. Zillow says that as of September 2022, the price of townhouses in Richmond is about $145,000, while one-family homes are about $340,000.
To that end, Money Crashers points out that a townhome will cost you tens of thousands of dollars less than a single family home of equal size. Townhouses have a smaller square footage and tend to be well-maintained, which makes them more likely to be updated by those who live there. Single-family homes, on the other hand, cost more initially and require a lot more maintenance inside and out due to their size. As a result, necessary updates could be few and far between.
2. The Move
The process of moving to a townhouse isn’t as simple as moving to a single family home. Townhomes don’t have elevators, so you’ll have to lug all your stuff, including couches and appliances, up three flights of stairs in many cases.
This is a great reason to hire a professional mover in Richmond that knows all about townhouse relocations and will bring the proper equipment and team members to bring the muscle. They will also be knowledgeable about navigating around tight corners, hallways and stairwells, sans damage to your walls, railings or items.
Many townhouses are governed by HOAs. Be sure to notify them of the move so they can accommodate parking for the trucks. Ask where is best to load and unload before moving day.
3. HOA Rules
Speaking of HOAs, their rules and restrictions for the community can be pretty strict. Read up on all the fine print before buying a townhouse, as there are rules on anything from pool use and gym hours to what kind of decorations you can put up on your house.
4. Privacy
One big benefit to a single family home is the privacy you get with your own property. But with a townhouse, this lack of privacy is driven by close proximity to neighbors, thin walls and shared outdoor spaces. Yes, your townhouse will have a separate entrance, but you won’t have free access to the outdoor spaces like you would with your own detached property.
Before buying a townhouse, make sure you’re OK with this kind of living experience. If so, then congratulations and good luck!
Contact Virginia Moving Solutions
If you’re looking to move to a townhouse in Richmond, call us for a free quote at 804-716-0545. Rest assured, we have lots of experience relocating people to and from townhouses of all kinds.
