Sugar House a best 'old-house' place

Sugar House has been named one of the "Best Places for First-Time Buyers and Healthy Living" by the editors of "This Old House."

The magazine's July/August issue and ThisOldHouse.com list 51 of the "best old-house neighborhoods," one from every state and Canada.

The selection criteria included architectural diversity, craftsmanship of the homes and the preservation momentum in the area, plus neighborhood amenities including walkability, safety and community. The editors were aided by PreservationDirectory.com, neighborhood groups, real estate agents and preservation societies.

Details are at www.thisoldhouse.com/best-places.