Consider Before Buying: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Landed Houses
To this day, landed houses remain a very popular choice for Indonesians. Choosing a landed house as a long-term residence is considered more comfortable, private, and value for money. However, recently, living in other types of housing, such as apartments, has become popular among young people, especially workers in big cities. Therefore, before deciding to buy a landed house, it’s wise to consider the advantages and disadvantages before making a decision.
What is Landed House?
Landed house is a type of residence built directly on a plot of land, individually, with boundaries from surrounding land or buildings. This type of house can be built without the need for floors/levels. Landed houses are typically marketed in various types and design concepts to suit the tastes and needs of potential buyers.
Landed houses are often referred to as landed houses, unlike apartments, which are typically units within a multi-story building, making them often referred to as vertical housing.
The major difference and “deal breaker” for most people is ownership status. While apartments typically have ownership status in the form of an SHGB (Building Use Rights Certificate) or SHM SRS (Strata Title Certificate) that are limited to a few years, landed houses have an SHM (Freehold Ownership Rights Certificate) that is valid for life.
Advantages of Landed Houses
- House and land ownership status.
As previously explained, owning a landed house is much more affordable than owning an apartment, which is temporary and requires periodic renewal of permits. It’s even common for you to pass on your house to your children or family.
- Choosing a neighborhood.
Currently, affordable landed houses are mostly located on the outskirts of the city. For many people seeking a quiet, fresh haven away from the hustle and bustle of the city, landed houses are the right choice.
- Design and renovation flexibility.
With a landed house, you can freely renovate and redesign your home to suit your tastes and needs. This is not the case with flats and apartments, which typically have specific regulations regarding renovations and changes to unit designs.
- Maintenance is easier.
Maintaining your home can be easier and more affordable if you choose a landed house. Maintenance costs, such as water, security, and cleaning, tend to be lower than the typically more expensive utility bills for a building.
- Private Garage
With a landed house, you can own and design your own garage/carport to accommodate the number of vehicles you own. This differs from apartments or condominiums, which typically have limited parking spaces, often even fewer than the number of residents.
- Keeping Pets.
If you’re a pet lover, many apartments and condominiums restrict pet ownership. Landed houses offer the freedom to own pets as long as they don’t disrupt the surrounding environment.
- Long-Term Potential.
With long-term, full ownership, you can view your home as a long-term investment, whether for rent or sale. This differs from vertical housing, whose prices typically decrease over time.
Disadvantages of Landed Houses
- Limited Price and Land Area.
With increasingly limited land, landed houses are becoming more expensive. Locations are also increasingly remote from the city, which is why the price of the house is increasing.
- Limited public facilities.
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- Neighborhood security.
Neighborhood security often depends on the surrounding neighborhood or regulations. Open access within a residential area can also create security gaps that can be exploited. This makes landed houses more vulnerable to crimes like theft and burglary, especially in areas with multiple entrances and poor surveillance.
- Penanganan pribadi.
If your house experiences damage, you’ll have to handle it yourself; there’s no maintenance team like in apartments or flats. This also means you’ll have to handle maintenance on a one-on-one basis, such as gardening, landscaping, electricity, and water.
Landed Home Options in Sawangan, Depok
While some landed homes have the drawbacks mentioned above, YUKARI Sawangan offers a variety of solutions. Despite its location on the outskirts of Depok, YUKARI Sawangan still offers access to a variety of quality public facilities. These include the Pamulang and Desari Toll Roads for mobility, Brawijaya Hospital and Mitra Keluarga Hospital for healthcare, PPG UIN and Pamulang University for education, and The Park Sawangan and Superindo for daily needs. All of these facilities are accessible within minutes.
In terms of security, YUKARI Sawangan features a one-gateway system and 24-hour CCTV surveillance throughout the residential area to minimize the potential for crime. In terms of price, YUKARI Sawangan offers affordable prices, competitive with other housing complexes in the surrounding area. If you’re interested in owning a landed home with a variety of conveniences in Depok, you can contact us at 0823-1133-4579 (WhatsApp), visit us via Instagram DM, or visit the official YUKARI Sawangan website here.
