Some key characteristics of residential homes include:
- They are designed for long-term occupancy.
- They provide shelter and living space.
- They may have bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms, and other common areas.
- They may have attached or detached garages, yards, or other outdoor spaces.
- They may be owned or rented by the occupants.
- They are subject to local zoning and building regulations.
- They may be single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, apartments, or other types of housing units.
- They may be detached or attached to other buildings.
- They may be located in urban, suburban, or rural areas.
- They may have different types of heating, cooling, and electrical systems.
- They may have different security features, such as alarms or locks.