Houses are freestanding single-family homes, while townhouses are stacked or attached housing units.  A townhouse is generally two to three stories tall with its own front door, though some may have an additional story for 'loft' space. Townhouses are typically sold as 'semi-attached' or 'fully attached' homes. Townhouses are generally more expensive than houses because they contain less living space. Townhouses make up for this by being close to friends and neighbours in a shared building, which can be good for socializing or when you need something.   

Typical house designs in Australia are bungalows, Victorian-style homes and modern designs. Townhouse designs in Australia include modern and European styled homes, such as a terrace or row housing. The layout of a townhouse is usually designed so that the front door opens to the shared space (for example, hallways and stairs), with other units sharing access to backyards.

This design is good for socializing at the end of each day.  The main difference between a house and a townhouse is, of course, size . Houses are typically freestanding single dwellings with more separate rooms for living. Townhouses are usually either stacked or attached units of housing. Most houses have their own private driveways, while townhouses are set up in shared back yards.

Townhouses are usually found closer to the city or suburbs, rather than in rural areas. This is due to land availability and cost of building materials. Houses are more likely to be found in rural areas where people like to spread out and maintain their own land.

Townhouses and houses are usually built from similar materials, such as brick or stone to match the street they are on. However, modern townhouses may be built with steel and glass for a sleek and cutting-edge look. They are very popular in inner city areas because they allow for a lot of light and space in an already crowded area.

The price of a house or townhouse in Australia depends on the location and size. Townhouses are usually more affordable than houses because they contain less living space. However, this is not always the case depending on where the townhouse is built (for example, if it has views or access to open spaces). Many people find that living in a townhouse makes them feel like part of a community rather than isolated in their own space.