Owning a Condo: your personal ownership is typically limited to the interior of unit which includes floors, ceilings and walls. Sharing responsibility with all condo owners when it comes to exterior amenities and common areas.
Disadvantages of Condo Ownership: single-family home owners are responsible for the interior and exterior maintenance and upkeep of their home and provide advantages condo ownership does not.
Community Living: condominiums share walls meaning you have to respect your neighbor when it comes to noise compliance. Generally condo communities lead to more interaction with neighbors and their pets.