What is a duplex

Duplex: What is a duplex & are they a smart investment? What does 'duplex' mean? The meaning of a duplex essentially consists of two homes built on a single block where the two residences share a common wall but have separate, independent entranceways. For all practical purposes, each home in a duplex property is an independent entity though they may exist under a single roof. Both units could either share a common land title or have separate titles after subdivision. Image: Twin Falls Hamptons - Lot size 435sqm with 16m width (Bluegem Homes) Why duplexes? Simply put, a duplex is a more affordable way to own a largely independent house, especially in an exclusive neighbourhood or a premium suburb. Given the runaway property prices in major urban areas across Australia, duplex homes like townhouses, make for an excellent investment for new home buyers as well as investors. A duplex delivers almost all the benefits of a detached house at about half the price, m…
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Dual-purpose designs enable versatile living

Dual-purpose designs enable versatile living With lifestyle needs varying from one homebuyer to another, dual-key and dual-occupancy residences have risen in prominence in recent times. A JWH Group brand, WA Country Builders’ Kalgan Contemporary display can be designed as a dual-key home. Credit: WA Country Builders.

With lifestyle needs varying from one homebuyer to another, dual-key and dual-occupancy residences have risen in prominence in recent times.

Dual key refers to a single dwelling with two separate entries operated by different keys.

Appearing from the front as a regular home, a dual-key home could be used as a contemporary granny flat where, rather than having a separate dwelling, it is one split into two.

Dual occupancy present…

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