With the oldest millennials now approaching their mid-40s, the generation has emerged as the foundation of the U.S. housing market . In April, the National Association of Realtors reported that millennials had surpassed baby boomers as America’s largest group of homebuyers, accounting for 38% of the purchasing market.
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So, what do they look for when scoping out the ideal suburbs to grow roots?
“When you’re looking to buy a home as a middle-class millennial, affordability and how close you are to the city are usually the biggest concerns,” said Martin Boonzaayer, CEO of The Trusted Home Buyer . “The key is finding that sweet spot where you can actually afford a house without being too far from the action of a big city.”
Here are a few places where middle-class millennials can get the most bang for their buck .
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