The difference between a townhouse and a villa in places that feature row houses.

The difference between a townhouse and a villa in places that feature row houses.

Some would-be buyers and tenants look for villas in places that feature row houses.

With numerous new developments continually cropping up in the local property market, it’s easy to get lost and confused as a buyer as the estate agent rattles on about this or that piece of property that would be a good option for your investment. But before deciding on a place or community, decide on whether you want an apartment, villa or townhouse first.

An example of the usual confusion in the market is when customers look for villas in The Springs. The fact of the matter is that there are no villas in The Springs but that actually a community that consists solely of townhouses.

In some communities like Al Furjan, Green Community, Arabian Ranches and Victory Heights, you will find a mix of both townhouses and villas.

One of the most important differences between a townhouse and a villa is that a townhouse is attached marking up a row or terrace (normally tall and narrow and generally having two or more floors),whereas a villa is an independent structure detached from any neighboring properties.

Villas are usually homes on larger plots of land whereas townhouses have smaller plots similar to the size of the built-up area. The term villa originates from the large country houses of Roman times considering of an estate with a farm and residential buildings arranged around a courtyard.

So if you’re one who’s desirous of more privacy, space and plan to have garden, and have the budget that allows for a villa property then go head and find yourself a nice villa-an excellent decision especially for people with a growing family. But if your budget is limited and you have nothing against living closer to your neighbor, then a row house or a townhouse might just be for you.

Dubai Real Estate Tips

Before deciding on  a place think whether you want a townhouse or a villa

A villa is an independent structure detached from neighboring properties

A townhouse is a style of housing where a row of identical houses share walls.