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The Good And The Bad Of Different Housing In The Philippines

Condominiums, apartments, townhouses, and houses has their own advantages and disadvantages. While some of which can put its residents to a disadvantage, its disadvantage could work as an advantage for some. So what are these advantages and disadvantages?

The number of Philippines homes have steadily increased not only because of houses, but also because of other types of residential real estates such as condominiums, apartments and townhouses. Because of this, Filipinos have now been given the freedom to choose the type of home they want for their own or their family.

Each of these types of housing has their own advantages and disadvantages. While some of which can put its residents to a disadvantage, its disadvantage could work as an advantage for some. So what are the advantages and disadvantages of condominiums, apartments, townhouses, and the typical house that it can provide to its residents?

Condominiums
Condominiums are considered as some of the most popular types of Philippines homes today basically because of its many benefits. One apparent advantage of condominiums is its location. Most condominiums today are found in major business districts which gives its residents the luxury of living within walking distance or transit distance to their workplaces. However, the disadvantage of most of these condominiums is that these types of condominiums are usually not appropriate for a growing family.

There are, however, new types of condominiums which became popular because of its family-oriented lifestyle. These new types of condominiums are known as condominium complexes. The disadvantage, however, is that these types of mostly found in the outskirts and in provincial areas, making it harder for its residents to get to work.

Townhouses
Townhouses have long been known for its popularity as well as its luxurious lifestyle. Townhouses of today are now known for its amenities which makes it more popular and luxurious. These types of townhouses are known as townhouse complexes. Similar with condominium complexes, townhouse complexes are known for their location as well as its amenities. These types of usually popular with families, but are much more appropriate for the wealthy because of its expensiveness.

Apartments
The advantage of apartments is its affordability. Compared to investing too much to buy a house or a condominium, apartments are usually rented which makes it easier for Filipinos to find a suitable residence. The disadvantages of these types of Philippines homes is that it can only offer a temporary residence. This disadvantage, however, can work advantages for some. For example: A student from the province is looking for a temporary type of housing in Manila, apartments can play this role.

Houses
The normal house is still considered as the most popular type of housing in the Philippines. Part of what made it popular is its affordability, especially when new houses have been made more affordable, as well as its popularity with conventional Filipino family.

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