公寓的不同种类划分

If you are a  first time condo buyer and are looking for a new condo, understanding some of the  terminology used to describe different types is crucial. For your convenience I have listed the different abbreviations for condo varieties.

Condominium “Style” Definitions

• STUDI (Studio): One combined living area with one designated bedroom
• APART (Single Level Apartment): All of the living space is contained on one level
• APARTM (Multi-level Apartment): A multi-level dwelling unit is defined as a condominium or apartment dwelling that contains finished living space on more than one floor
• LOFT (Loft): A large open space in a factory, warehouse or other commercial space, or a type of residence that results from the conversion of such a room. These spaces generally contain very high ceilings, large windows, concrete floors and ceilings in some cases.
• PENTH (Penthouse): A penthouse apartment is a special apartment on the top floor of a building. It may have exclusive features such as a private entrance or elevator and often occupies the entire floor.
• VILLA (Villa): Typically a bungalow-style dwelling, detached or semi-detached, with an attached garage on the same level as the living area and registered under a condominium title. The condominium plan may include the garage as a part of the unit size