The housing market is challenging enough but for first time buyers it can seem impossible with high prices and mortgage rates and limited inventory. Yet, these ten metro areas offer reasonable prices and a strong forecasted sales growth in 2026. The median listing price is included.
- Rochester, NY – $139,900
- Harrisburg, PA – $151,999
- Granite City, IL – $119,000
- Birmingham, AL – $148,950
- North Little Rock, AR – $170,000
- Syracuse, NY – $169,900
- Baltimore, MD – $223,900
- St. Louis Park, MN – $375,000
- Pittsburgh, PA – $249,000
- Garfield Heights, OH – $140,000