A Picture's Worth: Suburban vs. Urban Living

Housing and childcare are typically the two largest budget items for young families, and the choice of exactly where to live – even within a larger metro area – can result in substantially higher or lower costs.

A Picture's Worth: Suburban vs. Urban Living

March 8, 2017

Elizabeth Kimn

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View original research brief by Zillow Economist, Aaron Terrazas

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