Synonyms for "town" in Real Estate Listings

Alternative Words for "town" in Property Descriptions

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noun

A large human settlement, typically with extensive systems for housing, transportation, sanitation, and communication.

This city has a great selection of apartments, but don't forget about the townhouses!

noun

A small community or group of houses in a rural area.

In this village, the real estate market is booming, especially for quaint little cottages.

noun

A political unit with local governance, typically a town or city.

The municipality is planning to build new parks to increase property values.

noun

A town or district that is an administrative unit, especially in certain states of the U.S.

In this borough, you can find some charming brownstones at surprisingly low prices!

noun

A small settlement, generally one smaller than a village.

This hamlet might not have a Starbucks, but it does have a lovely view of the mountains from every property.

Some common real estate words can create Fair Housing problems. Describe the property — never the people who might live there.

"exclusive"Can imply certain groups are unwelcome — describe the property, not who belongs there.

"safe neighborhood"Often read as coded language about who lives nearby. Stick to verifiable features.

"family-friendly"Familial status is a protected class — "perfect for families" can exclude others.

"master bedroom"Most MLSs now prefer "primary bedroom" or "primary suite".

"bachelor pad"References marital status and gender — describe the layout instead.

"walking distance"Can discriminate against people with disabilities — use "0.3 miles to..." instead.

"near churches"Religion is a protected class — name the neighborhood, not places of worship.

"adult community"Only use for legally verified 55+ housing — otherwise it excludes families.

"no section 8"Illegal to state in many states and cities — leave rental criteria out of listings.

"integrated"References the racial makeup of an area — never describe who lives in a neighborhood.

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