Battle Ground, Washington, is a relatively cheaper place to retire compared to other towns on Puget Sound. It's a small, welcoming town close to Vancouver, WA (23 mins) and Portland, Oregon (33 mins).

Stacker has compiled a list of the best small towns to live in on the East Coast based on Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live.

There's something about living in a small town, whether it's the sense of community, the lack of crowded spaces, more options for outdoor fun, lower crime rates, or just a less hectic daily pace. Now ...

The Evergreen State is highly acclaimed for its whimsical natural beauty year-round, and it is truly resplendent with color during the fall season. But there is one small town that stands apart from ...