Reasonably-priced housing is hard to come by these days. If you’re not finding anything that meets your needs in your current area, it might be time to consider a move.
Of course, you’ll need to conduct research, as housing is expensive in much of the U.S. As of Oct. 31, 2024, the average home value in the U.S. is $359,099, according to the Zillow Home Value Report.
GOBankingRates spoke with Alexei Morgado, realtor and founder of Lexawise , to get his take on where to find affordable housing. Here are three cities he suggested looking into for both budget-friendly housing and a good quality of life .
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Toledo, Ohio
“A bit more understated as a city, Toledo is far more affordable, especially talking prices, with a very approachable atmosphere,” he said. “Here, the average house costs about $190,000 — a find that’s actually hard to stumble upon in more urban areas.”