TOWNHOUSE vs CONDO | Which is better for a first-time buyer?

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Did you know the difference between a condo and a townhouse? Let me know below in the comments.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@joe mo Thanks for watching!

[@watsonanthony8438]

Yeah. Your neighbors are left and right of you. Lol

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@watsonanthony8438 LOL!

[@travelinman482]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate
So, yes or no? You didn't actually answer your own proposed question?

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@travelinman482 it really depends is the answer in my mind.

[@rainyroad87]

As a former townhouse owner, I know that your well-being is about your neighbors. I was unlucky and had a loud neighbor whose kids ran up and down the stairs until midnight. It was difficult to sleep. I sold mt townhouse in 1 year and bought a house instead. Of course, I have more maintenance work now with a house, but I enjoy having a private yard and not having neighbors too close 🙂

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

That is very similar to my own personal experiance.

[@miscetc-tm2yt]

Were they located above? Do you still prefer a house over a townhouse?

[@rainyroad87]

@@miscetc-tm2yt they were located beside. Yes, i will never buy a townhouse again. It depends on your lifestyle. Some people prefer townhouse and the easy gardening work. I prefer privacy and accept more work 😄

[@miscetc-tm2yt]

@@rainyroad87 I'm considering a townhouse condo because I'm single and only need one bedroom and one bathroom but I don't like noise from neighbors or high monthly condo fees. Thanks for your insight!

[@frankfarmer7706]

Honestly it's fine with me I think I rather live either a townhouse or a condo, because sounds like more of a convenience to me compared to living in a individual house, because I think I rather pay the fees to keep my property maintained rather than just do it myself and going through all the headaches.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

That is the big benefit of buying a condo!

[@asiaz248]

My thoughts exactly.

[@lij9069]

I lived in a townhouse in sault ste. Marie and that shit was ghetto the roof was crumbling half our shit would break constantly and we would have to ghetto ify it to work Hella black mold but atheist there wasn't really cockroaches like that it ruined My lungs living there for 5 years but hey 300$ a month

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@lij9069 that’s a crazy story.

[@konchokkadro7436]

This is what we are trying to figure out in Queens NY. Condos are cheaper, but maintenance is very high and has a lot of amenities we don’t need.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

This answer is going to sound like a non-answer but it really is the best answer I can give. Buy what suits your needs best and is within your financial capacity. If condos are cheaper but do not fill your needs it doesn't matter that it is cheaper because you won't be happy with the purchase and want to move sooner.

[@user-mb4ig1bq5p]

I like the privacy of houses but hate the maintenence and I know you can always hire things out but I'm looking at detached condos!!!

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

They are hard to find but I have seen some really cool detached condos before. Where are you looking?

[@rsantos15]

Thanks very much for the informative videos. They are very accessible, delivered in a friendly accessible style.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

You are very welcome Ronald. I am glad you have found these videos helpful. Thank you for watching.

[@docneato]

I didn’t know Christian von Koenigsegg was a realtor too 😄 just playin. I’m looking at a townhouse right now, and for now would just be happy with the idea that it’s a better move than a condo.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

LOL that is funny! I wish I was as cool as Christian Von Koenigsegg!
Townhouses are that great middle ground between a house and a condo. They have some of the benefits of both.

[@Sam-dc9bg]

Wish I could have bought when this video was uploaded!! Townhomes in my city are sky high now.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Which city is that?

[@CanadianFX97]

Born an raised in Regina! But have moved to BC. Weird how this was the first video I clicked!

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Small world! Thanks for watching!

[@leon4526]

Do you have experience with renting property? If so could you talk about it in a video ❤️

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Sorry Leon I only deal in purchases and sales.

[@leon4526]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate Okay thanks anyways!

[@izzyauna8814]

Well I don’t recommend a town home unless you like getting told what to do, with “your house”. I baccked into our turn around lane last night getting ready to head out of town. 2 unit town home mind you. I was towed within 20min. No warning. $560. This is what they do, and the neighbors are always helpful in telling on you. I’ve hated it ever since I moved into the townhome. A condo probably has more rules.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

I am sorry to hear about your experience. Often townhouses are condos.

[@sportsMike87]

That's on you for not reading the rules

[@amiraafifi4446]

Thank you for your video. Which one is better buying an old house or new townhouse. Does it worth paying the condo fees !

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Thanks for watching! You have to look at the condo fees and see if those are offset by what they include vs what you would have to pay in additional utilities and maintenance in a single family home.

[@MrPAULONEAL]

Parking security in an apartment condo vs townhouse condo.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Are you meaning underground parking in an apartment condo?

[@MrPAULONEAL]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate Townhouses have personal garages while some apartment condos have parking structures and other apartment condos have open parking spaces.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@MrPAULONEAL Ah I see what you mean. Yes having a private garage is much better for parking safety.

[@MrPAULONEAL]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate I'm talking from a motorcycle owner's perspective.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@MrPAULONEAL I know far too many people who have had them stolen right off their front driveway.

[@nataliejo336]

Thank you for sharing

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@vancouver8202]

Thank you 🙏

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@mohamedbah8185]

For investment purposes condo or house?

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

That is a little bit of an apples or oranges question. Condos are often "simpler" to rent out because of their low maintenance. A single-family home potentially has a wider pool of potential renters but will require more maintenance.
Both can have their benefits you just need to look at what fits your comfort level more.

[@livealittle2352]

Sir Bald As a first home buyer, Do you recommend Investing in a townhouse or a Condo for renting to others.? Thank you.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

They both have pros and cons. It really depends on the deal and property itself.

[@AM-lo5gd]

Random Topic: One garage vs Two Garage. Which would give you a better return on your investment. The average household income in the area is $96,000 with an average selling price at or around $750,000. The properties difference is about $100k with 1 garage = 30 foot vs 2 = garage 36. Is it worth spending the extra if you are looking at flipping the unit in a year's time or so. Location Western Ontario

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

I find that generally two car garages are more appealing to buyers than single car garages.

[@AM-lo5gd]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate Thank you so much for the quick reply :) Your the best.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@AM-lo5gd You are very welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@peintre2679]

I’m new buyer in ottawa my budget is not high and I would love to get a small lot and custom build on it a tiny house what do u think is this will be good investment in the future if I sell it for example in 10 years , and is it less expensive than a townhome or condos with insurance and taxes or going threw condos or rent better than custom build

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

That is a really interesting question. I think you are going to have to check what is allowed under zoning laws first. A tiny house many not fit within zoning regulations.

[@reginaldroberts7780]

Can you do 1 on parking in condos private parking

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Are you meaning parking problems with condos?

[@reginaldroberts7780]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate some what but more so the pros and cons of parking ( living in top notch condos) I’m looking to buy one in atlanta ga and the description just says enclosed four space garage with private entrance to elevator…stuff like that…I hope this makes sense I’m trying from Alsad Air Base in 🇮🇶 iraq (deployment)

[@reginaldroberts7780]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate and I’m just worried about parking garages and how they are set up

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@reginaldroberts7780 I understand now! That is a good idea. Let me put some ideas together. Stay safe on your deployment.

[@reginaldroberts7780]

@@BaldPrairieRealEstate thanks!!!! Every Condo I looked at that part wasn’t talked about or shown

[@bb1599]

Good video

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Thank you for watching!

[@RoyalLePageBenchmark]

Really well done!

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Thanks!

[@justin6024]

Thanks for the informative video! And as a dog lover, get your wife a dog :)

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

We actually did just about a year ago. A golden retriever named Matilda

[@amitv4385]

Bull shit buy detached or don’t buy

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Amit why are you always so angry when ever you post on my videos. Condos and townhouses serve a segment of the market that wants less maintenance or a lower per square foot cost. Just because you may not like them doesn't mean they are not a great option for the right person.

[@amitv4385]

Bald Prairie Real Estate truth hurts

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

And what truth would that be Amit?

[@FG-ld6co]

Megamind

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

Megamind was way cooler that I am.

[@oneboy8183]

I don't listen to ppl who don't have eyebrows

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

I don't care what ignorant people hiding behind a username and a purple icon have to say.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@JagvirKaur I have no idea what you are trying to say.

[@MrPAULONEAL]

It's not his fault that he has alopecia...

[@frankfarmer7706]

Just shut up you troll

[@604h22a]

where are his eyebrows ?

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

I have an auto-immune disorder called Alopecia. It prevents me from growing any hair at all.

[@AfrikanBaby]

@604h22a Shame on you for asking such a rude and unnecessary question!

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@AfrikanBaby Thank you. Unfortunately it isn't the first and it won't be the last time I am asked that in a video.

[@allthingsdelightful8565]

Leave that man alone. No business asking about his health conditions. It has nothing to do with the video. sigh.

[@BaldPrairieRealEstate]

@@allthingsdelightful8565 thanks!