Freedom : Pennsylvania

What Freedom is like for active adults
Freedom is a very small town in southwestern Pennsylvania, just west of Pittsburgh by about 25 miles. The town is located on the Ohio River not that far from the Ohio border. The population in 2005 was about 1,600 - a small decline from a few years previous. Recent home sales have been in the low $100's. At least one active adult condo project is being built here.
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What is special about this retirement community
Small town located on the interesting Ohio River. Proximity to the dynamic small city of Pittsburgh, with its legendary sports teams, many leading universities, and long cultural tradition. Pittsburgh and surrounding area are surprisingly iaffordable compared to towns to the east.
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What is not special about this retirement community
Freedom (not the only town with this name in Pennsylvania) is a very small town.
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Valuable Links
Pittsburgh as a retirement community
Guide to Pennsylvania retirement
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Facts about FREEDOM
  • State: PA
  • Environment: Suburban,Small Town,
  • City Population: Less than 10,000
  • Median age of Population: 25-44
  • Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
  • Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
  • Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
  • Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
  • Total Crime Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
  • Cost of Living Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
  • Culture Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
  • State Sales Tax: Yes
  • State Income Tax: Yes
  • Name of the Guide: boomer1

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