If you’re thinking of ditching city life for a quieter setting in a small town house for sale  town, there are many considerations to keep in mind. You’ll have to decide on your priorities and whether to purchase a house or a small townhouse for sale. A real estate agent can act as your guide and advocate during the process. They can advise you on the median price of townhouses in your area, provide information on local market conditions and help you navigate through all of the forms and disclosures.

What is a Townhouse?

A townhouse is a multilevel, attached residence that’s individually owned and usually part of a community. They’re usually less expensive and have fewer maintenance costs than single-family homes, making them great for first-time buyers or those interested in low-maintenance living. In general, they offer a variety of benefits including security and access to amenities like pools and gyms.

Real estate agents say townhouses can also be easier to maintain because there’s often less outdoor space to care for, such as no lawn to mow or weeds to pull. And, if the townhouse is part of an HOA, it’s likely that the community takes care of exterior maintenance and other community amenities, says broker Sallie Cromwell Simmons, with Zeitlin Sotheby’s International Realty in Nashville.

However, townhouses don’t have the same privacy as a freestanding home. Since you share walls with neighbors and a roof, it can be easy to hear them or even see them through your windows. It’s important to consider this when buying a townhouse, especially in a densely populated neighborhood.