(Reasonably) affordable metro areas

While some cities are out of reach for the majority of households – think New York City, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San José as examples – there are five metro areas that are surprisingly affordable. The median list price is included.

• Pittsburgh, PA – $244,000
• Akron, OH – $228,200
• Baltimore, MD – $369,995
• Detroit, MI – $271,200
• St. Louis, MO – $299,450