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ATTACHED & DETACHED INFILLS:
3 CONSIDERATIONS
CODY BATTERSHILL
If you’re looking to buy an infill home, you’ll want to know what the difference is between attached and detached styles. Here are a few important facts regarding these types of infill homes to consider before starting your next inner city property search.
#1 – COMMON WALL
The most obvious difference between detached and attached infills is that the latter is typically constructed in pairs that share a wall.
While not common, noise transference can be a concern with a shared wall. Therefore, you’ll want to ask the infill builder what type of common wall construction was used and determine if you and your family are satisfied with the details.
On the other hand, detached infills are built on lots of all shapes and sizes and have no-shared wall with a neighbour, something for you to consider when browsing inner city properties in Calgary.
#2 – FLOORPLAN WIDTH
Another important consideration when buying an infill is that the two styles of homes will have different floorplans depending on the size of the lot. For example, attached infills built on a 50-foot-wide lot will have a floorplan with roughly 21 feet of width, while two detached infills built on the same lot will have a floorplan with about 17 feet of width.
This all boils down to setback requirements from the property line as per city bylaws, which are in place for a variety of safety reasons.
Not all infill homes are built on 50-foot-wide lots either, something to keep in mind if you’re looking for an even larger home with more space to go around.
#3 – TOWNHOMES
Many infill homebuilders are now buying two or more adjacent lots then constructing anything from three up to several attached units. These types of units could be considered as attached, or in many instances a townhome complex.
With larger projects like these, you’ll want to consider who the builder is (check online reviews), how much the condo fees are (and what they cover), how many garage parking stalls there are (usually just one), and overall privacy.
Not sure if an inner city townhome project is right for you? Contact an experienced REALTOR® and they should be able to help!
A GREAT CHOICE
Overall, infills are an excellent type of property to own in Calgary as many have been built with custom elements and are located in walkable areas close to restaurants, shops, schools and the Bow and Elbow Rivers.
Infill homes are also typically always in high demand, meaning if the market conditions are right, buying one could be an excellent investment for you and your family.
Wishing you the absolute best of luck in your next inner city property search!
”and your family.
Gold Homes-Altadore
Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing Realtor® at RE/MAX House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to show off the best that Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4008, on Twitter @ Calgaryism and Calgaryism.ca
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