What Makes a Caruso Townhome Different

A Caruso townhome gives you a lower-maintenance home with the same quality control, warranty, communication, and personalization standards we use across all our homes. For buyers considering a townhome for the first time, the details behind the build can make the decision much easier. Here’s what sets the Caruso experience apart.

Our Townhomes Follow the Same Quality-Control Process

Just like our single-family homes, every Caruso townhome receives a third-party quality inspection from 2M Quality, an inspection service company that has no financial interest in the home. As part of our value standards, we complete 100% of items identified in that inspection before closing, or the home does not go to settlement.

Our townhome buyers also receive:

• Four milestone meetings during construction
• Progress updates through the myNoviHome App
• An RWC new-home warranty to protect your investment

Caruso Homes also reports fewer than 1% warranty claims, giving buyers another indication that the focus on quality continues after you receive the keys. 

You Can Personalize a Caruso Townhome

Depending on the community, floor plan, and stage of construction, you can personalize finishes throughout your Caruso townhome so the home feels like yours from the start.

Your choices may include:

• Cabinet styles and finishes
• Countertops and backsplash tile
• Flooring throughout the home
• Bathroom tile, vanities, and plumbing fixtures
• Lighting selections
• Outdoor living options 

Caruso buyers choose within an engineered floor plan, and available selections vary by home. At South Lake Townes at Flowers Plantation, that can include unique features typically not found in townhomes. For example, the Seine floor plan offers optional elevator layouts. 

Midtown Rows plans also include additional choices, such as finished lower-level spaces and covered porch configurations on select plans.

“Very few builders offer this level of choice in a townhome, and we're excited to bring that flexibility and creativity to our buyers from the start.” - Jeff Caruso, Owner & CEO

Our Townhomes Give You Options for How You Want to Live

Your needs can change over time, so the right townhome should work for how you live now and still make sense as your household evolves. Our North Carolina townhome communities offer different layouts, locations, and features to help you find that fit.

At Midtown Rows in Fuquay-Varina, Yadkin and Pamlico plans start from 1,790 square feet. Its low-maintenance living in a thriving community can work well if you want less upkeep while staying close to downtown.

At South Lake Townes at Flowers Plantation, floor plans start from 1,754 square feet. The Seine’s optional in-home elevator can make it easier to move through the home later on, perfect for those downsizing who want to age in place.

At Manning Square in Accokeek, MD, floor plans start at 1,783 square feet and go up to over 3,300 square feet. With three floor plans to choose from, this community fits a variety of buyers. The Chester offers a live/work floor plan for small business owners who want to run their business from home. With a separate entrance for the dedicated business space, this plan takes working from home to a new level.

The Marais at Konterra in Laurel, MD offers three floor plans, each with a unique architectural style. This Marais is the first to open in the highly anticipated Konterra development, a new destination in the Baltimore-Washington corridor offering community amenities, gathering spaces, and plans for a future retail district with shops, dining, and entertainment experiences.

“People aren’t looking for a one-size-fits-all home. Our townhome communities are designed to give homeowners real flexibility–whether that means low-maintenance living, aging in place, or even running a business from home. We want buyers to feel confident that the home you choose today will still support the way you live tomorrow.” - Ed Levendusky, Maryland Division President

For buyers right-sizing, all communities offer a more manageable footprint while still leaving room for guests and everyday living.

Quick Move-In Homes Can Work With a Shorter Timeline

We currently offer quick move-in opportunities in our Maryland and North Carolina townhome communities. That gives buyers with a firm moving date a chance to start with homes already underway or nearing completion.

For military buyers planning around a PCS report date, that can make the search much more straightforward. Caruso also offers a Military Appreciation Credit for active-duty service members and veterans.

Quick Move-In Homes Can Work With a Shorter Timeline

We currently offer quick move-in opportunities in our Maryland and both North Carolina townhome communities. That gives buyers with a firm moving date a chance to start with homes already underway or nearing completion.

For military buyers planning around a PCS report date, that can make the search much more straightforward. Caruso also offers a Military Appreciation Credit for active-duty service members and veterans.

Why a Townhome Works Well for First‑Time Buyers

If you’re renting now and thinking about your first home, a townhome can be an ideal next step. You get the benefits of homeownership—building equity, personalizing your space, and having room to grow—without taking on the full maintenance responsibilities of a single‑family home. Many first‑time buyers find that a townhome offers the right balance of comfort, flexibility, and financial accessibility.

Caruso’s preferred lenders offer special financing programs for first‑time buyers, including options that can keep your monthly mortgage payments close to what you’re already paying in rent. Combined with the lower-maintenance lifestyle of a townhome, it’s a straightforward way to transition from renting to owning while staying within a familiar budget. Find Your Caruso Townhome!

Ready to see which townhome fits your next move? Our team can walk you through community features, show you current quick move-in homes, and explain which personalization choices are still available. Schedule a tour, and we’ll help make comparing your options easy!

Townhome Living FAQ

Are Caruso townhomes move-in ready or built to order?

Both are available. All of our communities have quick move-in homes available, along with homes still early enough in construction for some selections to remain open.

Is a townhome a good long-term investment?

It can be, especially if the location and layout still make sense for you several years from now. Before buying, review the HOA responsibilities and whether the home will still work if your household or mobility needs change.

What should I ask before buying a new construction townhome?

Ask who inspects the home before closing and what happens if they find something. You should also ask what the warranty covers and which personalization choices are still available on the specific home you are considering.

What is a townhome?

A townhome is an attached home that usually shares at least one wall with another residence. Ownership structure and HOA responsibilities vary by community, so review them before you choose a home.