Working with a home builder to create your very own townhouse has many benefits. Townhouses are great properties for older adults trying to downsize from larger homes, as well as single mothers looking for a place to raise their kids. Additionally, designing your own custom townhouse ensures you’ll be completely satisfied with your new living quarters. 

Benefits of Building Your Own Townhouse

1. There’s Less Yard Work Involved

Maintaining a standard single-family home takes an execptional amount of work. If there is a sizable yard on the property, you’ll be responsible for mowing the lawn and tending to trees and plants. This can be a massive undertaking for a busy mom or senior residents, who may not have the level of mobility necessary to perform yard work on a regular basis. Because townhouses have smaller lawns and garden areas, yard work is minimal. 

2. You Can Design Your Own Home

Designing and building your own townhouse puts you in charge of the details. Moving into an existing home means you’re stuck with the layout and design specifications. In addition, while you can make alterations, you may never be able to create the home of your dreams with an existing property. When you design your own townhouse from the ground up, you call the shots and are free to create a property perfectly suited to you and your family. 

3. Townhouses Are More Affordable

Utility costs for single-family homes can be quite expensive. This is especially true during the cold Nebraska winters, which can incur high heating costs. Since townhouses are more compact, heating and cooling costs are much lower. This is extremely beneficial to homeowners on a budget, who love the spaciousness of a conventional home but prefer the low utility costs of apartment living. 

It’s equally important to work with a skilled home builder when designing your dream townhouse. In Lincoln, NE, Prairie Home Builders has constructed more than 1,300 homes over the last 30 years. Their floor plans are fully customizable, so you will love the place you live in, and they will also help you make decisions about your interior, including flooring and lighting. Review their floor plans online or call (402) 476-6599 for a free consultation.