Demystifying the Upper Manhattan Townhouse Market for Buyers

Buying a townhouse can be similar to buying a house in most parts of the nation, but there are differences. In this episode we discuss what a buyer needs to understand before they consider buying a townhouse in Manhattan. Since this is Harlem Stories, we break down the discussion to specifics of what to expect in Upper Manhattan. In this episode we discuss:Typical home structures - Brownstones, Limestones, Brick homes, Row houses and Wood Frame homesNot all Townhouses are Brownstones, but all Brownstones are TownhousesSingle Family vs Multi-Family homes- Differences in structures, taxes and financing availableHow building width can impact natural light within the homeSingle Room Occupancy (SRO's) - What are they and how might they impact my ability to purchase the buildingMaintenance and Insurance - What are you responsible for when buying a townhouseUnderstanding the typical inventory available for sale in Upper ManhattanAnd so much more.... Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.