Part of the condominium dues goes to ensuring the privacy and security of unit owners. Living in a condo promises a well-secured area where only residents can enter and visitors are screened. Houses can be as private and secured, but this depends on the location and the neighborhood.
There are several reasons why people choose to move into a house or apartment. Generally, while most people seems to prefer living in houses apartments offer some practical advantages. Personally, I prefer living in an apartment at this stage of my life but at some time in the future I want to move in a house of my own.