SFH vs Townhouse. Which one's a better rental property?

[Hansel Gunawan]

Hey guys,

I'm looking to buy my first rental property. I've met with couple of real estate agents here in SoCal. But I have one question in mind. If my goal is to rent the place to the people, which one should I buy? Single-Home Family or Townhouse?

My understanding is SFH is harder to manage than Townhouse since the size is relatively bigger and maintain it would be much more expensive. BUT the appreciation is much higher SFH than Townhouse.

What do you guys think? Should I get SFH instead? Or townhouse?

Considering the area too. I can get a townhouse in a much nicer area than an SFH.

I need some guiding lights!

Thanks!