Jay QuigleyReal Estate Broker Associate, Florida Executive Realty · Tampa Bay REALTOR® & Real Estate Instructor | Helping Buyers, Sellers, Seniors, Military Relocation, Divorce and Probate Clients Make Confident Moves | Believer | Husband

Townhomes Just Make Sense for Buyers

11 Feb 2026 · 1 min

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In this short video, Jay Quigley explains that townhomes now represent a record share of new single‑family home construction—about one in five new homes—making them a growing option for first‑time homebuyers. He highlights that townhomes are generally smaller and therefore priced lower than detached houses, which can lead to a lower purchase price and more manageable monthly payments. Quigley encourages viewers who are struggling to find affordable homes to consider townhomes in their market and offers to discuss whether this type of property fits their financial situation.

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Townhomes are playing a much bigger role in today's housing market than they used to, and that's great news for first-time buyers. This graph shows the share of newly built homes that are townhomes is higher than it's ever been. Today, nearly 1 of every 5 new single-family homes being built is a townhome, and that's a good thing. More townhomes mean more options for you, and because they're typically smaller by design, they're usually priced lower than detached single-family homes. That could be your ticket to a lower purchase price and a more manageable monthly payment. So if you've been searching but haven't found something that fits your budget, it may be time to look at townhomes in your area. If you want to talk through whether this type of home could make sense for you and your wallet, let's connect.