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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
This condo is located in the popular South Bay Lakes community. 3 bedroom/2 bath with a beautiful screened in porch that overlooks the pond. This condo provides you close...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2116092 MLS
- South Bay Lakes Bldg.
Listing courtesy of NextHome Seekers , The Pierce Group.
Lovely NO HOA 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome located in Deerfield plantation. Home has been freshly painted and includes a large living area, an overflow of natural light, ...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2116073 MLS
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Dockside , The Collins Team.
If you are looking for a lifestyle, look no further! Barefoot Resort has all you are looking for in the perfect location! Golf, beach access, walkable neighborhoods, sho...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2116016 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Denise Farley.
Come see this bright and well maintained 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse in the charming Arcadian Lakes neighborhood. The living room has vaulted ceilings and a gas firepla...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2116005 MLS
Listing courtesy of Atlantic Resort Group , Pete De Santis.
Welcome to your 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom townhouse! Indigo Lane is located right off North Oak St, nearby Walmart Neighborhood Market. This townhouse is in the perfect are...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 2115986 MLS
- Indigo Lane Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Frank "Hunter" Baiden.
Great location- Near the beach, shopping and restaurants! Lovely 3 bedroom 2.5 bath. Features abound in this home and include a spacious living room and dining area where...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115973 MLS
- Pinelake Townhomes Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Gainforth Real Estate , The Gainforth Team.
THIS IS IT! Bright and beautiful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome located in the wonderful hidden gem community of Hidden Oaks JUST 0.3 MILES TO THE BEACH (2 minute drive...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115964 MLS
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty LLC , Ashlynne Chapman.
Conveniently located east of just Highway 17 Bypass on Glenns Bay Rd, straight shot to the beach at Surfside, townhouse style with bedrooms upstairs, 2 1/2 baths, minimal...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115955 MLS
- Deer Park Gardens Bldg.
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores GC , Ken Harbin.
Great 2 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath Townhouse in Robbers Roost. Short walk or drive to the Ocean just down the end of 11th Ave. N. Convenient to shopping, restaurants and all the...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115898 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX at the Beach-Holden , Pamela Allen.
St. Andrews Townhomes is one of the hidden gems in Myrtle Beach, just a few miles from the Ocean with all the shopping, dining and everything Myrtle Beach has to offer wi...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115856 MLS
- St Andrews Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Dreamlife Realty , Sandra Hucks.
Two bedroom/2.5 bath townhouse located in Pawleys Place. This unit features great location in the heart of Pawleys Island in a quiet community that features pool and lov...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115854 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Coast & Country , Suzanne Temple.
Lake View Prime Location!!!NEW TOWNHOMES in the highly desired neighborhood of Belle Harbor. This is an Interior UNIT! This is the Pinehurst Model 3br/2.5 ba. These tow...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115784 MLS
- Belle Harbor Towns, Pinehurst Bldg.
Listing courtesy of Lennar Carolinas LLC , David Nuckles.
Welcome to Pawleys Place, a wonderful townhome community, in Pawleys Island. The community is centrally located west of highway 17 in a quiet neighborhood with access to...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115717 MLS
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group DocksideSouth , Johnny Moure.
Here’s the perfect opportunity for you to own a 'Live/Work' SOUTHERN STYLE townhome in the fastest growing & desirable Myrtle Beach! This turnkey investment serves as an ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115585 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Daniel Ober.
This townhome will surprise you as everything you see is new and inviting! Located 0.2 miles from the white beaches, an easy 6-minute walk makes this a true hidden gem! T...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115513 MLS
- Pine Lakes Townes Bldg.
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Boling & Associates , Eleanor Becker.
A fantastic opportunity to own this immaculately kept 3 bedroom, 3 full bath condo centrally located on HWY 9. Imagine life just minutes away from the ocean, restaurants...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2115477 MLS
- Bay Tree I Bldg.
Listing courtesy of BH & G Elliott Coastal Living , Bill Sullivan.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom paired ranch, semi-detached home located in the wonderful neighborhood, Deerfield...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2115116 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sloan Realty Group , Blake Sloan.
Don't miss your opportunity to grab this townhouse, it will not be available very long. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home, 2 car garage offers high ceilings spacious downsta...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2114905 MLS
Listing courtesy of Phillips Realty , Thomas "Gabe" McMeekin.
A HIDDEN GEM IN A BEAUTIFUL GATED COMMUNITY THAT IS JUST OVER A MILE FROM THE BEACH!!! A GORGEOUS TOWNHOME FULLY-FURNISHED WITH THREE (3) HUGE BEDROOM SUITES (full bathro...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2114308 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sell Your Home Services LLC , Daniel Demers.
Be one of the first to enjoy the adorable Savannah Bungalow home plan in Living Dunes! This duplex style home features 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths with an attached 1 car...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2112941 MLS
Listing courtesy of CRG Real Estate , Rainbow Russell.
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