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Silly Question, but property relevant: Is a duplex the same as..
Hey all, just some property terms that seem a bit unfamiliar. Here in Chicago, I never hear anyone talk about a “duplex, triplex, or fourplex”. Are these always considered separate units on the same lot? In Chicago, most buildings are vertical “2-flat, 3-flat, or 4-flat”, but they are all in the same building. Typical city apartment living. Could anyone clarify the terms as well as the relationship between the buildings and the land, if relevant?