Throughout the past three years, we have seen property prices skyrocket nationwide. While the overheated housing market in the U.S. is losing a little steam, home prices remain high. With interest rates going up, homeownership is quickly becoming more challenging for many Americans. But there are still some hidden gems where homebuyers can purchase a home for less than $200,000.
MarketWatch recently found a number of cool towns and cities where you can still find plenty of homes within that price range. And guess what? Winston-Salem made it onto the list! Here are their top five picks:
1. Tulsa, Oklahoma
Average home value: $186,655
Population: 411,401
Cost of Living: 16.8% lower than the U.S. average
2. Cambridge, Maryland
Average home value: $181,142
Population: 13,097
Cost of Living: 15.9% lower than the U.S. average
3. Des Moines, Iowa
Average home value: $191,340
Population: 212,031
Cost of Living: 18.8% lower than the U.S. average
4. Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Average home value: $231,727
Population: 250,320
Cost of Living: 18.7% lower than the U.S. average
5. Houston, Texas
Average home value: $270,365
Population: 2,288,250
Cost of Living: 3.5% lower than the U.S. average
To learn more about what makes these cities so attractive, click here. When you are ready to purchase a home in Winston-Salem or surrounding areas, give us a call. We can discuss your financial goals and discuss a loan program that might be right for you.