Townhouses vs Villas: Which is a better option?

In the recent past, top real estate developers in Dubai have been competing to redefine the luxury living of the city. Townhouses and villas have taken the industry by storm. Most of them are offered at affordable prices and in good locations which leave investors spoilt for choice. There is only a slight difference between the two.

Townhouses feature terraced portions found within a community where amenities are shared. On the other hand, villas have bigger compounds that are less crowded. They possibly feature better designs with more luxurious interiors, manicured gardens and bigger parking spaces. 

Choosing between the two options depends on a number of factors such as budget, lifestyle, family size, etc. There is a variety of townhouses for sale in Dubai in different locations at affordable prices.

Below are the differences between the two :

1. Location and affordability

In most cases, townhouses are more affordable than villas. Depending on your preferences, you can get a wide variety of options even in prime locations such as the Dubai Creek Harbour, Arabian Ranches Villas: a developing area offering affordable homes. 

1. Price

The price of a property depends on many factors such as location, amenities involved, etc. Recently, due to increased competition in the market, prices are falling and both townhouses and villas are becoming affordable. However, villas tend to be more expensive than townhouses. To meet the growing needs families with kids, villas are becoming popular in different parts of the city. In fact, most of the villas now come with essential amenities such as schools, medical facilities, more parking spaces and more.

1. Lifestyle

Young individuals may prefer to live close to health facilities, spa, fitness centres, restaurants and more. Also, they may want to be associated with themed lifestyle developments that come with leisure facilities such as golf courses and clubhouses. As a result, they are likely to choose townhouses over villas.

Bachelors and professionals prefer the prestigious and strategically placed properties on posh locations such as Dubai Creek Harbour. In most cases, villas are placed in locations that offer activities such as volleyball, cycling, etc. They are also close to the beach, shopping malls and can be accessed easily. 

1. Parking

Parking is another important factor to consider when choosing between townhouses and villas. In most cases, townhouses offer limited parking space with no provision for additional parking for visitors. However, villas have adequate space to accommodate even more than two cars.