There's something so undeniably charming about a white picket fence. It's the classic symbol of the American dream for a reason — it's just so versatile. What started as a practical way to keep ...

Blame the Cold War for doing in the picket fence. Whether seeking security, embracing new technology or dodging a tedious paint job, many ’50s-era suburbanites chain-linked their lots.

But it wasn’t just the low maintenance that drew Newman’s attention; it was also the price. At $620,000 for three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, it was far more affordable than single-family homes in ...

White picket fence. That's the kind of life my mother always dreamed about. "From the time I was 16, all I wanted was your father and a home," she tells me. "All I've ever wanted was a family." ...