Kenol Aris Says...
Most people will prefer buying a house instead of a condominium for several reasons including those you mentioned in your post.The choice may depend on each individual's situation.
First of all, if someone has the financial means to afford a house, the choice is obvious.
If not, a condo might be the solution.
Maintenance fees and restrictions are not for condos only.They are also for houses located in a community.
A homeowner, regardless of the type of the property owned, must comply with these rules.