The obvious result is higher land prices which, in turn, leads to increased density. The other approach is to cram them together horizontally. The best example of this can be found in the row house neighborhoods of Eastern cities. Seattle and its suburbs Renton worked with Northwest Commercial and Mithun Partners to create zoning ordinances that would allow higher density detached housing at the Village on Union, as a transition between single and multi-family areas. Condominiums have been popular with buyers who base their choice on lifestyle.
Condos require less upkeep than a traditional home, but with the trade-off of less space.
Units are typically arranged in stacked flats or row townhouses. Condominiums are popular, but so far, their appeal has been limited mainly to singles, professionals and retirees. Few families buy them. Instead, they have voted with their feet, showing a willingness to commute long distances in order to live in a new detached home. A small, but growing number of families are buying older in-city homes, which can offer more interesting architecture and a more stimulating neighborhood setting.