Houses for sale or rent in Colombo or anywhere else, come in all shapes and sizes, but when it comes to deciding between a house or apartment, there are many factors that can make your decision for you.

The first step is asking yourself what your needs are. If you’re looking for more space to grow into, then an apartment may not be the option for you, and if you need less responsibility with upkeep or want to save money on utilities, then buying a smaller house or apartment may be the best choice Limo Hire London!

You should remember that there isn’t really one right answer as it depends on your specific situation and lifestyle choices. There are many houses and apartments for sale or rent in Sri Lanka, so the options available are numerous, all you need to do is make the right choice according to your needs and lifestyle.

House Living!

A house is a large piece of real estate and may include a building with several floors and many rooms, to a small two-bedroom one, but set amongst a nice garden or yard. A house may be a new build or an older home that requires some renovations and updating, while you either make it your own or try to retain the original charm. A house is typically purchased with cash which can be advantageous for those who don’t like financial strings attached, but financing options are available if needed. You will have more space than in an apartment and no one else lives nearby so there is privacy too. Plus, everyone loves having guests over and showing off their living space! You can easily find many houses for sale or rent in Kandy and other areas, in any size and style you want.

The advantages of living in a house include:

• A large yard for a garden and/or a dog.

• More space with rooms that can be used as an office, workout room or playroom for children.

• If you have neighbours, they are typically further away from your house which means there feels like less of a chance of someone overhearing personal phone conversations.

The disadvantages of living in a house include the following:

• Possibility of someone watching you from outside your house

• Having to go out in the snow or rain, which can be very dangerous for some people who are more susceptible to getting sick, because of having to shovel snow around one’s home, is a big task that not everyone wants or has time for.

• Living on such a large property means additional upkeep costs such as gardening services and repairs of any wear & tear from time & weather exposure.

• There may also be higher taxes due to owning rather than renting.

• Increased utility bills.

Apartment Living

Apartments on the other hand are smaller units, set within a scheme, with other units located close to each other. There is also a shared laundry and other facilities, which means that you don’t have to work with the upkeep of your own garden or spend money on utility bills. There may be additional fees for parking etc however utilities such as gas/electricity will generally be included in your rental price. The number of apartments for sale in Kandy and elsewhere are steadily rising with more building being constructed all the time. Typically, apartment living provides a more close-knit community where neighbours know each other and look out for each other.