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How
to determine what kind of home suits you.
Following from the previous post on choice of location, once the
questions of the ideal location for your home has been settled, the next
important decision you need to make is on what kind of home really suits your
needs and lifestyle.
Are you the peace-loving one whose image of a proper home is lots of
quiet and calm, or would you rather live with other people probably for the
company or for cost reasons, then you might want to consider the possible
options available, in form of house types.
In Nigeria (as well as
many other parts of the world), the most common house types are flats, detached houses and terraces, Each with its own advantages and a few
disadvantages which will be shared as we go along.
Detached House
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This
remains by-far the most common house type in Nigeria today. Its popularity can
basically be linked to the housing policy allowances which encourages
individuals to purchase lands and build their houses themselves. In essence, a
detached house, unlike most other house types is usually free-standing, that is, it shares no common wall or space with any other structure. Due to this, it sure guarantees you some privacy, freedom and most often, autonomy of
space.
In terms of structure, a
detached house can either be a duplex, bungalow or a storey.
However, as you might have guessed, this house type is the most expensive of all the available options...and yes, if you have probably been considering a detached house either for personal use or as an investment, you are on the right track,
because this house type has the highest investment value. So you can start
adding up your gains against the next couple of years and smiling your way to the bank. By way of a guide, i encourage you to delight yourselves with some fast-rising luxurious detached houses by visiting here.
Flats
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Terrace
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The wave of terraced houses have continued to hit the continent so hard this days. Terraces are basically long rows of similar looking houses. This house type usually involves 3 or more houses built in rows. Originally, terraced housing was attributed to the working class in Europe, and decades down the line in Nigeria, this house types still remains true to its form as it has become a favourite for many middle and upper class workers, so we can say that today’s terraced houses sometimes come with a touch of luxury. Hence, when it comes to pricing, terraced houses are not always so cheap. One major advantage of living in a terraced house is that they are usually enclosed within walls and gates (Most normal in Nigeria). Visit here for some of the most popular terrace houses in the hood.
Pent
house
This is not exactly a house type, but its growing popularity makes it worth my attention. Penthouses are another big development in Nigeria’s real estate terrain, as they grow in popularity. As part of a building, It is generally a structure on the roof of a house with its walls slightly more carved in than the other walls. A pent house is just like a flat or an apartment but its major advantage is the luxury of space and it guarantees comfortable living. The secluded structure of it gives you the advantage of your privacy and an expansive view of the city below. However, because of the amount of luxury that seems to be associated with it, a penthouse will usually cost more than other flats.
This is not exactly a house type, but its growing popularity makes it worth my attention. Penthouses are another big development in Nigeria’s real estate terrain, as they grow in popularity. As part of a building, It is generally a structure on the roof of a house with its walls slightly more carved in than the other walls. A pent house is just like a flat or an apartment but its major advantage is the luxury of space and it guarantees comfortable living. The secluded structure of it gives you the advantage of your privacy and an expansive view of the city below. However, because of the amount of luxury that seems to be associated with it, a penthouse will usually cost more than other flats.
Ultimately, my word to you is that in buying your ideal home, the major things to
keep in mind are the size factor, outdoor space and amenities like water, road
network etc to match the value or worth of the property itself.
