MISSION, Kan., October 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — (Family Features) Finding a home that fits your dream list can be difficult. Add a child (or two) and the criteria can get even stricter.
Take the McGinnis family, who were looking for a more spacious home that could accommodate two home offices Dallas Area.
“By working with Opendoor, my wife and I were able to buy a new home, sell our current home and save ourselves the hassle of preparing for an open house with two young children.” Billy McGinnis said. “The entire process was quick and easy and allowed us to remain in our preferred location and school district for our children.”
With schools across the country in session, the experts at Opendoor are helping parents and guardians with this list of the top cities and places for families based on family-friendly features, including parks, picnic areas, swimming pools, and proximity to schools.
The 15 most family-friendly cities:
- Cambridge, Mass
- Cliffside Park, New Jersey
- Arlington, Va
- Chandler, Arizona
- Tracy, California
- Northern Richland Hills, Texas
- Denver, Colo
- Portland, Oregon
- Boulder, Colo
- Anaheim, California
- Coral Gables, Fla
- Kent, Ohio
- Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Mission, Kansas
- Avondale Estates, Georgia
Other important criteria for family-friendly living are:
Academic excellence
Finding a better school district is one of the top reasons homeowners cite for selling their homes, according to a report on Real Estate Trends.
The great nature
Research by the US Department of Health and Human Services shows that children who play outdoors experience less stress, develop stronger immune systems and play more creatively. If you want to maximize your outdoor experiences, you can feel at home in it Denver, Colo; Portland, Oregon; or Ann Arbor, Michigan. Each of these areas offers wide open spaces for children to learn and explore.
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