Learn the common terms used for homes, villas, coach and carriage homes, and condominiums before comparing listings and communities.
Compare Property TypesThe same term can be used differently from one community or MLS listing to another. Always confirm the legal ownership, building design, association responsibilities, and features of the specific property.
A home planned for a particular homesite and buyer, with design, finishes, and features selected around the buyer’s specifications.
Example: a one-of-a-kind residence designed for an individually selected lot.
A detached residence on its own homesite. In a community, buyers may select from established floor plans, elevations, and available options.
Example: a detached one- or two-story home with a private garage and yard.
A condominium-style residence commonly arranged as first- and second-floor units, often with private entries and attached garages. Terminology can vary by community.
Example: a larger upstairs or downstairs residence in a small multi-unit building.
Often similar to a coach home but generally smaller. The terms coach and carriage home are sometimes used interchangeably by communities.
Example: a low-maintenance condominium residence with a private entry and garage.
A one-level residence sharing one or more walls with neighboring units. Attached villas frequently offer an attached garage and a single-family-home feel.
Example: a duplex or paired-villa residence with a private entrance and garage.
A detached, typically single-level residence that may have a smaller homesite and community-maintained exterior or landscaping, depending on the association.
Example: a stand-alone home designed for lower-maintenance living.
A condominium in a smaller building, commonly one to three stories. Elevator availability, parking, storage, and maintenance responsibility vary.
Example: a two- or three-story garden-style condominium building.
A condominium in a medium-height building, generally with elevators and shared common areas. Building definitions vary, so confirm the details for each property.
Example: an elevator building of approximately four to nine stories.
A residence in a taller elevator building that may offer Gulf, bay, golf, lake, or city views plus shared amenities and structured parking.
Example: a tower residence of roughly ten stories or more.
A villa or coach home may be legally organized as a condominium, while another similar-looking residence may be fee-simple with a homeowners association.
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