Search Homes for Sale
Address Search
Myrtle Beach Townhomes and Town Houses
What is the Difference Between a Townhouse and a Condo?
If you are like most people, you use the terms townhouse, townhome, condo, and condominium interchangeably. The use of town "home" and town "house" is the same as "home" and "house", so you can use them any way you choose.
It is important, however, to note that a townhouse is NOT a condo. There are a few distinctions that you must know prior to making a purchase.
There are a few ways that a townhouse and condo are similar. Both types of real estate offer a low maintenance lifestyle. In addition, the common areas and the amenities are owned by the association. It is common to pay a monthly HOA fee for the upkeep of the pools, fencing, landscaping, trash service, signs, parking and other features that are shared by each property owner.
Some of the differences between a townhouse and condo are very important to know. One major factor is that in about every case, the townhome owner owns the structure and land below the townhome. This is not the case with a condominium which you own the interior, yet the association owns the structure and the land it sits on. Because condos usually have more common areas, they also usually have higher monthly association fees.
The financing options are different between a townhouse and a condo. Because a townhouse has land attached to it, it is financed similar to a home. Condos are looked at differently by the banks. Is it warrantable or non-warrantable? -meaning - Does it pass the strict guidelines of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and has it been approved by FHA? If some of these guidelines have not been met, then it may mean a higher interest rate on the mortgage.
If you are buying a Myrtle Beach condo and will need financing, ask your real estate agent if the condo is warrantable, non-warrantable, or FHA approved. Finding this information out after you have submitted your loan application is too late. In every case, the property owners association is capable of providing this information.
One way that you can tell if you are looking at a townhouse or a condo is whether or not there is a second dwelling above another. If there is another property above, then it has to be a condo because it is not sitting on land. However, a condo can sit on land and still not own the land so be careful. Looks can deceive you.
Still another similar property is the Garden Home or Patio Home. One builder's definition of this type of structure is: "a single-family detached or duplex home on a small lot with amenities similar to a townhome or condominium, such as yard maintenance provided by the homeowner's association or a community pool".
Some townhomes in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach that we like are:
Edgewater in Barefoot Landing
Townhomes in The Woodlands in Barefoot Landing
Sawgrass East Townhouses - Carolina Forest
Townhomes in The Farm - Carolina Forest
Wellington Townhomes
Park West Townhomes in Murrells Inlet
Parkview Subdivision
Riverbend at Enterprise
Pine Island Townhomes
Ocean Keyes in North Myrtle Beach
Longleaf Place
Plantation Harbour in Little River
No matter what you read on the internet, make sure you verify before you buy a Myrtle Beach townhouse, patio home, garden home, or condo.
Myrtle Beach Townhomes for Sale
Move in Ready, well maintained home, in the popular Windsor Gate Community within Market Commons. This charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom townhouse has an open living spac...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2101110 MLS
Listing courtesy of BRG , Maria Caspento.
Welcome to this spacious 2BR/2.5BA two story townhome in one of Myrtle Beach’s most desired communities, Orchards at The Farm at Carolina Forest. The Farm offers amazing ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2101075 MLS
Listing courtesy of Benham Real Estate Group MB , Denise Thompson.
INVESTORS DREAM - here is a rare chance to get into the legendary Brandywine Townhouses. This complex has been a fixture on the Myrtle Beach rental market for over 30 yea...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2100926 MLS
Listing courtesy of Dreamlife Realty , Sean Fallan.
Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath luxury townhouse located in desirable area of Myrtle Beach. Featuring stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, custom designer cab...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2100903 MLS
- The Village@ 74th Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Brendon Payne Expert Advisors.
A part of Europe right here in PAWLEYS ISLAND. This beautiful French design townhome including 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms is located in historic Litchfield plantation...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2100874 MLS
Listing courtesy of Re/Max Beach & Golf , Angie Shoemaker.
Come see this beautifully, well maintained home, in the popular Windsor Gate Community within Market Commons. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home features an open living area ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100798 MLS
Listing courtesy of Exit Coastal Real Estate Pros , Kara Baysinger.
Beautiful like new villa in Reserve Club Villas. Owners have only occupied less than 18 months. Easy walk to driving range and clubhouse. Reserve is in the heart of Pa...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2100721 MLS
- Floor Plan B Bldg.
Listing courtesy of The Litchfield Company RE , The Debbie Hammond Team.
Unit has a private courtyard, 2 car garage, engineered hardwood flooring, granite countertops and more. Located close to the downtown area of Market Common.
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100673 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sands Realty Group Inc. , Laura Lander.
Large townhouse ready for a new owner! This three bedroom home has one bedroom and a full bath on the first floor and two bedrooms and two full baths on the second floor....
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2100663 MLS
Listing courtesy of Coastal Sands Realty , cory Van Note.
June Closing right on the Pond!!!!NEW TOWNHOMES in the highly desired neighborhood of Belle Harbor. This is an Interior UNIT! This is the Pinehurst Model. These townhome...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100482 MLS
- Belle Harbor Towns, Pinehurst Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Lennar Carolinas LLC , David Nuckles.
June Closing right on the Pond!!!!NEW TOWNHOMES in the highly desired neighborhood of Belle Harbor. This is an Interior UNIT! This is the Pinehurst Model. These townhome...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100481 MLS
- Belle Harbor Towns, Pinehurst Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Lennar Carolinas LLC , David Nuckles.
June Closing right on the Pond!!!!NEW TOWNHOMES in the highly desired neighborhood of Belle Harbor. This is an Interior UNIT! This is the Pinehurst Model. These townhome...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100475 MLS
- Belle Harbor Towns, Pinehurst Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Lennar Carolinas LLC , David Nuckles.
**INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY** Approximately 1 block from the Atlantic Ocean, this beautiful "Dolphin Model" cottage is located in Gulfstream Cottages. This home features a l...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100435 MLS
- Gulfstream Cottages Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Kasim Safa.
North Beach Plantation-Appleton 2BR/2BA beautifully decorated townhome offered furnished with a 1 car garage. Beautiful open kitchen, dining & living area. Nice Patio Ar...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100367 MLS
- North Beach Plantation Bldg.
Listing courtesy of North Beach Realty , Chris Sarratt.
This open 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo is located in the popular The Farm subdivision of Carolina Forest. Unit offers a split bedroom floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and beautif...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100132 MLS
Listing courtesy of KingOne Properties , Brandon Arnette.
This split level unit with two bedrooms and two in a half bathrooms is located in the popular Baytree II development in Little River. Well maintained and several recently...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100105 MLS
- Baytree Ii Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Dargan Real Estate , Juliana Bokinac.
all bedrooms are located on the second floor, along with laundry. Front and rear porches, low maintenance living.
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100091 MLS
Listing courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate-GS , Teri Kaufmann.
Primary suite on the main level along with laundry and powder room. Two generous guest bedrooms with walk-in closets, shared bath, loft and two linen closets on the secon...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100089 MLS
Listing courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate-GS , Teri Kaufmann.
This home is complete with the Primary suite on the main level, along with the laundry and powder room. On the second level you will find two generous guest bedrooms wit...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100085 MLS
Listing courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate-GS , Teri Kaufmann.
Completion for this building is June. We may have another Oakmont in another building we can show you the floor plan layout
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2100062 MLS
- Building 6 Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate-GS , Teri Kaufmann.
Provided courtesy of The Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®. Information Deemed Reliable but Not Guaranteed. Copyright 2021 of the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS® MLS. All rights reserved. Information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.