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duplexes
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an apartment with two floors each with its own rooms connected by an internal staircase
- The lower unit of the duplex has a spacious living room and kitchen, while the upper unit has bedrooms and a study.
- Duplexes are popular in urban areas for their efficient use of space and potential rental income.
- The duplex layout allows for privacy between the two units, making it ideal for extended families or rental properties.
- The owners renovated the duplex to update kitchens and bathrooms in both units, attracting higher-quality tenants.
- She enjoys the extra privacy provided by the duplex's two floors.
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a residential building that contains two separate living units or residences, typically stacked on top of each other or side by side
A duplex is a building that contains two separate living units, which are usually located either one above the other or side by side. Each unit has its own entrance, and the two units may share a wall or floor and ceiling. Duplexes are often used as rental properties, with one unit occupied by the owner and the other rented out, or both units may be rented. They offer more privacy than apartments while still allowing residents to be close to their neighbors. Duplexes are common in urban and suburban areas, providing a balance of space and affordability.
- The duplex had two separate apartments, each with its own entrance.
- They decided to live in a duplex to have more space without paying for a detached house.
- The duplex offered the ideal balance of independence and affordability.
- The couple moved into a duplex to save on rent while still enjoying some privacy.
- The duplex was located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to public transport.
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a residential building divided into two separate living units that share a common wall
- They bought a duplex so that each family could have its own space.
- The duplex has separate entrances for each unit.
- Renters occupy both units of the duplex.
- A duplex is often more affordable than two detached houses.
- The real estate listing described the duplex as newly renovated.
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