Town houses provide chance to fill ‘missing middle’

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5 thoughts on “Town houses provide chance to fill ‘missing middle’

    1. Yep. Not a great long-term option for older people who are looking to downsize from more traditional single family homes. Single-level living with easy entrance and exits options are where it’s at.

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