Walk Score

According to the The New York Times, more older people these days are looking for a community with a high Walk Score. "Walkability, though, is much more than a hip marketing pitch. It’s linked to better health, social engagement and higher property values," the article says.

The Future of Retirement Communities: Walkable and Urban In the age of the Fitbit and more active retirees, there is a growing demand for neighborhoods that don’t require a car and offer a mix of services.

Typically it’s America’s largest cities that are known for having the best access to public transit, but often times commuter cities offer fast-and-easy access to the big-city amenities while being more affordable.

The Best Mid-Sized Cities for Public Transit Cambridge, Massachusetts, Jersey City and Newark, New Jersey have the most useful public transportation systems.

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