Jodereggs - My wife and I have been living in a stand alone villa since we have been here. I would recommed a compound if you have small children. They are much safer and allow the kids a place to play in safety.

I do not know much about the compounds, but I can see from another response you have some help with that. I would find out what your husband's allowance is and then start the search for a house. Like I said before his housing allowance is entirely dependent on his salary grade level. The vehicle allowance is set in the same manner.