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 ...

He adds: "For better or worse, the image of the suburban house, complete with a white picket fence and a backyard of one’s own, is permanently etched in our minds." ...

A version of this article appears in print on Sept. 15, 2024, Section RE, Page 1 of the New York edition with the headline: Reimagining a Dream Without the White Picket Fence.

If you're looking for that white picket fence type of vibe for your next home, these Delaware places rank as top spots in the U.S. to find that.