9 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for Families, According to Real Estate Experts

"As you start to have children, your priorities change. In your younger years, you may have wanted a bustling city with great brunch spots, happy hour deals, and bars that stayed open until the wee hours of the morning. But when you think about where you want to live as a family, you have to consider proximity to highly rated schools, possibly a more spacious home, and ways you can engage with your community. That said, where exactly you plant your roots becomes more important than ever."

"To identify the towns, cities, and suburbs in the U.S. that are conducive to a family-first lifestyle, we polled a few real estate experts with experience spanning the country. Below, they shared their top picks-from a coastal city with excellent public transportation options to a small upstate New York community with lots of hiking trails."

When starting a family, priorities shift from nightlife and urban conveniences toward proximity to highly rated schools, larger homes, and opportunities for community engagement. Location choice becomes crucial for long-term family needs. Family-friendly locales vary widely, from coastal cities offering excellent public transportation to small upstate New York communities with abundant hiking trails. Considerations should include school quality, home size, transit access, outdoor recreation, and neighborhood activities. Evaluating towns, cities, and suburbs against these criteria helps families identify places that support child development, daily logistics, and social connections.

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