Why You Should Live in a Condo

July 13, 2022

Whether you are just starting out and are looking for your first home or are beginning the second phase of your life and looking to downsize, condo living may be just what you need. While condos used to be primarily found in big cities or near tourist towns and beaches, they are growing in popularity, and are now popping up everywhere. So let’s take a look at why you might want to consider living in a condo.

More Affordable

Condos tend to come with lower price tags than single-family homes. They offer significantly greater independence than renting, but you aren't on your own when it comes to maintenance and repairs. Plus, owning a condo gives you the chance to build equity you can use toward a down payment on your next home if you are just starting out.

Less Effort

Condo residents typically pay HOA (Homeowners’ Association) fees each month. While this can seem like a disadvantage to owning a condo these payments go towards the maintenance of the complex and its amenities which means less work for you. Particularly if you are downsizing, maintenance-free living probably sounds pretty appealing.

Manageable Space

Buying a house and lot has its own benefits and one of them is space. However, for busy working professionals, entrepreneurs, parents, or empty nesters maintaining a large space may not be appealing. Condos offer a manageable space that they can be able to maintain that likely requires less expense to live in.

Vibrant Community

In a condo, you’ll quickly get to know your neighbors. If you’re a social person, then you’ll love being able to grab a coffee with someone that lives nearby. Because everyone contributes to the upkeep of the complex, everyone takes pride in it and makes condo communities a wonderful place to call home. You can also rest assured that your neighbors will keep an eye on your condo if you aren’t around, providing an increased sense of security, as well.

And these are just a few of the benefits of living in a condo! Simply put, It’s cheaper, simpler, and more convenient. All in all, it makes life much easier. That’s why at Trinity Homes, we have incorporated condo communities into our offerings throughout Central Ohio.

Woodside at Holton Run - A new community in Grove City, Woodside at Holton Run is the perfect retreat for those 55+. The cottages in this new community offer the perfect space for a simpler, maintenance-free lifestyle. Inspired by the beauty and simplicity of seaside living, these cottage homes offer open floor plans, private patios, plenty of natural light, and just the right amount of space.

In 2021, Woodside at Holton Run was recognized by the BIA Parade of Homes as an award winner in the condo category, taking home Best Overall, Best Curb Appeal, Best Floorplan, and Best Living Area. The community currently offers the Newport and Cambridge floor plans, both of which feature two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and are designed to maximize the space while making maintenance-free living a breeze.

Lakeside at Avondale - Located in Dublin, in the Hilliard City School District, Lakeside at Avondale offers the quintessential condo life and is the perfect community for those seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle. Offering stunning water views and privacy off the main road, but just minutes from downtown Dublin and Old Hilliard, Lakeside at Avondale truly offers the best of both worlds.

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