Re: Compare costs and benefits of a Courtyard Villa w/ a Ranch on a $200,000 budget
The cost of insurance is a bit lower on a block Courtyard Villa than a frame dwelling. Plus I'm told there is less chance of termites. Lawn cutting and pest control are also a bit lower as there is less property. Block villas and their walls also need to be power washed occasionally. However, most Villas do not have a two car garage and many have laundry in the garage. Not a lot of space for a workshop.
It is true that Courtyard Villas look repetitive and don't have a lot of curb appeal. However how much time do you spend in the street looking at your house? In a mature area with lush landscaping, the street view can be quite attractive.
We almost bought a 3 bedroom Ranch Amarillo which was less expensive than our smaller 2 bedroom Villa on a golf course. So we sacrificed garage space for more privacy. We are so glad we made the decision we did. We love our Courtyard Villa and so do our puppies. ;D
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