Choosing between the options
A freehold townhouse gives you the lowest ongoing cost, though many newer Clarington rows carry a modest monthly levy for a common laneway or guest parking, so ask whether the property is a parcel of tied land. A condominium townhouse trades that for exterior upkeep handled by the corporation and a status certificate you should have reviewed. An older Bowmanville bungalow comes with a yard of its own and an unfinished basement, with the roof, furnace, panel and plumbing all worth a close look. Wilmot Creek homes are bought on a land lease with monthly fees and age rules, which suits some buyers and not others. Wherever you land, arrange the mortgage pre-approval before viewing, budget for land transfer tax and closing costs, and ask Randy or Alexander where competing offers have been showing up.