How much variance is there in appreciation of a single family home over a townhome in San Fran south bay area?

My wife and I are buying our first home. We know we will not be staying in it more than 5-7 years before moving on. Our real estate agent recomends we buy a single family home because it will appreciate more in that time than a townhouse.

Our problem is that we can get more home for our money in a townhouse right now. The homes are all 50+ years old, in need of remodel, and suffering from functional obsolescence. The townhouses are brand new and better designed for our lifestyles. (bigger kitchen, bigger bathroom, more storage) Does anyone know of a good source to determine how much investment we would be sacrificing to get more of the home we want right now by purchasing a townhouse?

The single family will appreciate more as your agent told you, but only you know what you need in a home. If the townhouse suits your lifestyle better go with that, but just know that you are leaving some money on the table as far as appreciation goes.

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