What a $1 Million Home Looks Like in Every State
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If you had to move and had $1 million to burn, where would you go? In some parts of the country, $1 million can buy you a mansion. In other areas, you'll be looking at condos and surprisingly small apartments.
We considered where someone would be more likely to move to if they had to move to another state. That would be one of the state's biggest cities, which would have the most opportunities. We selected cities with a population of at least 200,000 and then checked out local inventory and chose a home that we believe best represented the area.
These $1 million homes in every major city of every state paint an interesting picture of wealth across the country. Where would you want to live?
Alaska
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Location: Anchorage
Square footage: 3,200
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: None (townhouse)
Listing price: $990,000
Price per square foot: $309
Bottom Line: Alaska
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Alaska real estate is generally cheap. The typical home — typical meaning mid-tiered, non-luxury house — goes for about $297,000, according to Zillow. For $1 million, you can easily live in luxury in the state's biggest city.
This townhouse in Anchorage offers high-end amenities like a 60-inch curved Samsung television, a smart wet bar, built-in media center and high-end appliances.
It's also set in an area of Anchorage surrounded by parks, just a few minutes from downtown.
Alabama
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Location: Birmingham
Square footage: 3,271
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.43
Listing price: $965,000
Price per square foot: $295
Bottom Line: Alabama
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Birmingham is a sprawling city with a pretty big price disparity between homes, depending on which section of the city you want to live. The median home sales price is around $184,000, according to realtor.com, but there are luxury homes like this one that go for much more.
This 1925-built home is located in the historic Redmont Park neighborhood, one of the best places to live in Birmingham. It has copper downspouts, high-end appliances, hardwood floors and a really nice kitchen.
Arizona
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Location: Phoenix
Square footage: 4,226
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 0.38
Listing price: $999,900
Price per square foot: $237
Bottom Line: Arizona
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According to Zillow, the typical home value of a house in Arizona is $303,230. Houses in Phoenix aren't much different. The median price of a home sold in the city is $320,000, according to realtor.com.
Phoenix has more expensive offerings, like this $1 million home at the end of a cul-de-sac with 16-foot vaulted ceilings, engineered wood floors, marble kitchen countertops and a luxurious master bathroom.
Arkansas
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Location: Little Rock
Square footage: 6,490
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 1.4
Listing price: $999,900
Price per square foot: $154
Bottom Line: Arkansas
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A home in the state of Arkansas is worth $140,986, according to Zillow. The state's capital, Little Rock, is slightly more expensive, with a median home sold price of $212,400 although some mansions list for several million.
But if you "only" have $1 million to play with, you can purchase this stately, lion-guarded mansion in the Hickory Hills neighborhood. The custom house was built in 1997 and has limestone floors, a sweeping curved main staircase, intricate crown molding and a huge pool in the back.
California
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Location: Los Angeles
Square footage: 1,596
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.15
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $627
Bottom Line: California
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Depending on where you want to live in Los Angeles, $1 million could either get you a nice little house or maybe a big enough parcel for a sleeping bag near Mullholland Drive.
The city has some of the most expensive homes in the country, including a $160 million house. Homes in the city's most luxurious areas are reserved for only the wealthiest of people.
For $1 million, you could buy this 1,600 square-foot craftsman in the Eagle Rock neighborhood. It's a nice-looking place, but you'll be paying $627 per square foot.
Update: This house actually sold over asking, for $1.2 million.
Colorado
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Location: Denver
Square footage: 5,370
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 4
Acreage: 0.13
Listing price: $1.05 million
Price per square foot: $279
Bottom Line: Colorado
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Homes sell for around $450,000 in the city of Denver, Colorado, which is only about $20,000 more than the state's typical home value of $431,000.
This cozy American foursquare home (also known as a Denver square) from 1896 has some very nice touches, like an unusual built-in doorway by the foyer, stained glass, pocket doors and three decks. It's right near Cheesman Park.
Connecticut
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Location: New Haven
Square footage: 3,085
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.16
Listing price: $899,000
Price per square foot: 0.17
Bottom Line: Connecticut
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Homes in New Haven, Connecticut, are worth about $209,000, according to Zillow, and they list for about $250,000, according to realtor.com.
One million dollars can get you a number of large single or multifamily homes in this city and leave you with enough money to spare to furnish the entire house.
This colonial in the East Rock neighborhood was built in 1900 and has oak floors, a kitchen with honed granite counters and a sweet master bedroom with a fireplace, large bay window and an updated master bathroom.
Delaware
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Location: Wilmington
Square footage: 4,285
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.46
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $235
Bottom Line: Delaware
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Wilmington, Delaware, is known for its beautiful gardens and huge historic houses. The average home value is worth about $238,000 and houses sell for a median price of $252,000.
This brick colonial Georgian is a 2006-built home a gourmet kitchen and many marble touches.
Florida
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Location: Jacksonville
Square footage: 4,804
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 5
Acreage: N/A
Listing price: $999,900
Price per square foot: $208
Bottom Line: Florida
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Houses sell for about $224,000 in Jacksonville, Florida's biggest city.
It's not hard to find a home going for several million dollars in the city, especially in the areas which abut the Atlantic ocean.
This $1 million colonial is located not far from the St. Johns River.
Georgia
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Location: Atlanta
Square footage: 5,000
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 5
Acreage: 1.48
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $210
Bottom Line: Georgia
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A typical home in Georgia is worth about $218,600, according to Zillow.
But in Atlanta, the state's biggest city, houses are more expensive. Homes sell for a median of $327,500 in Atlanta, and there are numerous multimillion-dollar mansions and luxury condos in the city.
For $1 million, you could purchase this quaint-looking but deceptively large home in the city's historic Buckhead neighborhood.
Hawaii
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Location: Honolulu
Square footage: 1,116
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 1.5
Acreage: 0.03
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $896
Bottom Line: Hawaii
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Hawaii is an expensive place to live — homes are worth around $667,000, typically — and Honolulu is one of the most expensive places to live in the entire island state. Homes in the city list for a median of $735,000, and elbowing into the city's more desirable neighborhoods is a difficult and expensive process.
This 1,116-square-foot home is on the market for $1 million, thanks to its prime location.
Idaho
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Location: Boise
Square footage: 2,125
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: None (apartment)
Listing price: $1.04 million
Price per square foot: $489
Bottom Line: Idaho
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The typical value of a home in the state of Idaho is about $331,000, according to Zillow. Boise has some expensive homes (like this castle on a hill for $7.75 million) and expensive condos if you want to live in heart of the city.
This condo is located in a 2019 complex with mountain and downtown views and has a clean, modern layout.
Illinois
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Location: Chicago
Square footage: 2,300
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: N/A (apartment)
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $435
Bottom Line: Illinois
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A typical home is worth $217,000 in Illinois, but of course, that's going to vary on where you live. Chicago has many extremely expensive houses, including an $18.5 million condo.
It's all about location and how much luxury you can afford. For $1 million, we found this 2,300 square-foot condo in the West Loop that has four bedrooms and some pretty nice finishes throughout.
Indiana
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Location: Indianapolis
Square footage: 5,968
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 5.5
Acreage: 0.83
Listing price: $999,600
Price per square foot: $167
Bottom Line: Indiana
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According to Zillow, the average home in Indiana is worth just $169,156. So for $1 million, you could buy a pretty dang nice home in the state's largest city.
In Indianapolis — where the median listing price is $183,500 — a million bucks can net you a very nice place to live.
Like this nearly 6,000 square-foot colonial, which has a gorgeous curved staircase and absolutely massive brickwork fireplace in the living room.
Iowa
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Location: Des Moines
Square footage: 5,044
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 1.62
Listing price: $998,000
Price per square foot: $208
Bottom Line: Iowa
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Purchasing a typical home in Iowa will cost you just $157,300, according to Zillow.
In Des Moines, the state's largest city with 214,000 people, houses sell for a median of $164,700. With $1 million to spend on real estate in this city, there are a lot of options.
We're particularly fond of this 1895-built Victorian, which has an 800-square-foot swimming pool.
Kansas
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Location: Wichita
Square footage: 5,582
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 5
Acreage: 0.76
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $178
Bottom Line: Kansas
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In Kansas, houses are worth an average of $164,300, and if you're moving into the Sunflower State, you're probably moving to Wichita.
In that city, houses list for $171,000 and have a median listing price of $89. With $1 million, you can easily enter the luxury market.
This home is located on the 120-acre lake of Barefoot Bay and has a really nice kitchen with a huge stone and marble island.
Kentucky
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Location: Louisville
Square footage: 9,187
No. of bedrooms: 9
No. of bathrooms: 9.5
Acreage: 0.27
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $108
Bottom Line: Kentucky
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Typical homes in Kentucky are worth about $157,000. In Louisville, the state's largest city, they sell for $234,000.
For $1 million, you could buy this historic 1888 mansion, which can be your main home or kept as an inn and event venue, as it is now.
Louisiana
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Location: New Orleans
Square footage: 3,161
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 0.1
Listing price: $960,000
Price per square foot: $304
Bottom Line: Louisiana
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A home in Louisiana is typically worth about $177,500, but the houses in New Orleans are worth a whole lot more. Homes in the Big Easy list for a median of $320,000, and you'll want at least that much for a decent place.
This double shotgun in the Tremé has been renovated into a single-family home and has incorporated some of the home's architectural elements into the new design, like the brick fireplace, which is now part of the kitchen counter.
Maine
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Location: Portland
Square footage: 6,534
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.15
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $345
Bottom Line: Maine
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A typical house is worth about $270,000 in Maine, but that price shoots up to $400,000 in Portland, the median listing price for homes in the city.
Yet $1 million can take you pretty far in this seaside city. For just a bit under the million-dollar mark, this 1905 Queen Anne in the Western Promenade can be yours.
It's one of a cluster of similar homes built by the same architect and is located on a private drive.
Maryland
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Location: Baltimore
Square footage: 5,214
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.46
Listing price: $959,000
Price per square foot: $178
Bottom Line: Maryland
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The typical home in Maryland is worth $335,000, but in the state's biggest city, Baltimore, inventory is actually cheaper. Houses sell for a median of $215,500 in Edgar Allen Poe's old haunt.
For $1 million, you could live like a famous author (after they made money and before they died, of course). This stately Georgian colonial was up for sale at $929,500.
Massachusetts
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Location: Boston
Square footage: 1,915
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: None (condo)
Listing price: $999,000
Price per square foot: $522
Bottom Line: Massachusetts
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Massachusetts has some of the highest home prices in the nation, on average, with a typical home valued at $464,300. In Boston, things are even more expensive. Homes sell for a median of $660,000 in Beantown, and homes have a $650 per-square-foot median listing price.
It's not unusual to spend $1 million for a good piece of real estate in Boston. This 1,915-square-foot condo is located in Charlestown, the oldest neighborhood in Boston.
Michigan
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Location: Detroit
Square footage: 6,450
No. of bedrooms: 7
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.62
Listing price: $990,000
Price per square foot: $153
Bottom Line: Michigan
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For $1 million in Michigan, you can live anywhere you want. If you wanted to live in Detroit, the state's biggest city, you don't need $1 million. The median sold price is $71,000, and homes list at an average of $60 per square foot.
But if you did want to spend $1 million, you can get a beautiful home. The home pictured here was built in 1917 and has a gorgeous study, an awesome sunroom, a wine cellar and perfectly manicured grounds.
Minnesota
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Location: Minneapolis
Square footage: 3,320
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4
Acreage: 0.11
Listing price: $999,999
Price per square foot: $301
Bottom Line: Minnesota
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Minnesota homes are worth about $277,300 throughout the state. In Minneapolis, prices aren't too much higher, with the median home sold price clocking in at $301,000, with a median price-per-square-foot listing price of $208.
But there are a lot of homes in the city that are listed for around $1 million or more. Like this brand new craftsmen, located in the Cedar-Isles-Dean neighborhood.
Mississippi
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Location: Jackson
Square footage: 8,201
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 1.5
Listing price: $895,000
Price per square foot: $109
Bottom Line: Mississippi
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As a state, Mississippi has some of the lowest home values in the nation. The typical home is worth about $132,000.
In the state's most populous city, Jackson, homes sell for $185,000. The million-dollar market in Jackson is pretty slim, though we found one near that price tag. This 1939-built Georgian mansion has a banquet-sized dining room and a large library with an artist's studio.
Plus, there's a 1,000-square-foot carriage house.
Missouri
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Location: Kansas City
Square footage: 2,836
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: None (condo)
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $351
Bottom Line: Missouri
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Houses in the state of Missouri go for $176,600, and in the state's biggest city, Kansas City, houses list for $210,000.
This $1 million condo is right in the heart of Kansas City and has three large balconies overlooking the city, along with an awesome bay window for 180-degree views of downtown.
Montana
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Location: Billings
Square footage: 5,713
No. of bedrooms: 7
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 1.73
Listing price: $959,000
Price per square foot: $168
Bottom Line: Montana
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Montana is the place to be if you want to hunt, fish and own lots of land. But if you also want to live in the city, you'll want to head over to Billings, Montana's most populace place with around 110,000 people.
Overall, Montana homes are valued at about $313,300. In Billings, homes list for about $269,000.
This two-story house in Billings is a new build and sits on 1.73 acres. It's modern cowboy chic, and the kitchen has two center islands.
Nebraska
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Location: Omaha
Square footage: 2,761
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: None (condo)
Listing price: $975,000
Price per square foot: $353
Bottom Line: Nebraska
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Homes in Nebraska are worth about $189,100 on average, while houses in the state's biggest city, Omaha, list for around $210,000.
There are some very luxurious condos in Omaha, like the ones in this old warehouse in the arts district. This nearly 2,800-square-foot condo has exposed brick and ductwork, hardwood floors, modern touches and an artsy vibe.
Nevada
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Location: Las Vegas
Square footage: 4,502
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 1.08
Listing price: $999,999
Price per square foot: $222
Bottom Line: Nevada
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If you're moving to Nevada, chances are you'll be buying somewhere in Las Vegas. Sin City has a median home listing price of $320,000, but this is Las Vegas — there is a booming luxury market here, including Wayne Newton's old home for $33 million.
For $1 million, you can get a very large home with enough outdoor space that the property is zoned for horses. The front doors are custom-made from Georgia (the state, not the country, we believe), and the house has high ceilings with a master suite that includes a fireplace.
New Hampshire
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Location: Nashua
Square footage: 4,828
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 1.01
Listing price: $1.15 million
Price per square foot: $238
Bottom Line: New Hampshire
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The typical home in New Hampshire is worth around $343,000. New Hampshire's largest city is Manchester, but it seems like the luxury market for single-family homes there is limited.
Head on over to Nashua, the state's second-largest city, and you'll find more homes on the expensive side. Like this home, located near a country club.
It has a two-story foyer with and a living room with a double-sided fireplace, as well as other classic New England-style details.
New Jersey
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Location: Jersey City
Square footage: 1,105
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: None (apartment)
Listing price: $979,000
Price per square foot: $886
Bottom Line: New Jersey
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While Newark is New Jersey's biggest city, most people are probably going to buy in Jersey City, given its proximity to Manhattan. Homes in Jersey City have a median listing price of $625,000 with a median listing price-per-square-footage of $555.
Though it's not quite Manhattan prices, getting a nice condo by the river in Jersey City will cost you around $1 million. And don't expect to have that much space.
This condo has two bedrooms, but is only 1,105 square feet.
New Mexico
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Location: Albuquerque
Square footage: 9,449
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 0.59
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $106
Bottom Line: New Mexico
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In New Mexico, where the typical home price is about $224,400, $1 million could get you a mansion with a tennis court in Albuquerque.
Homes in Albuquerque list for a median of $257,000 and have a median listing price-per-square-footage of $147.
This mansion looks like it has it all: an indoor pool, stained glass windows, big crystal chandeliers, a media center in the bedroom and a 1970s-inspired kitchen.
New York
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Location: New York City
Square footage: 671
No. of bedrooms: 1
No. of bathrooms: 1
Acreage: None (apartment)
Listing price: $1.25 million
Price per square foot: $1,863
Bottom Line: New York
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The typical value of a home in New York state is $660,000, according to Zillow. In New York City, homes list for a median of $849,000 and sell for $695,000. Of course, the closer you want to live to Manhattan, the higher the price.
If, for example, you want to live by Central Park, you'll need about a million dollars. This one-bedroom apartment is just 671 square feet and was first listed at $1 million, then increased to $1.25 million just a few months later.
But it's right next to Central Park.
North Carolina
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Location: Charlotte
Square footage: 3,409
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.22
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $292
Bottom Line: North Carolina
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The typical home in North Carolina is worth about $220,700. In Charlotte, homes sell for a median of $296,000.
That means $1 million can get you a very nice place, like this 1948 craftsman with natural wood beams, an open floor plan, wet bar and impressive kitchen.
North Dakota
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Location: Fargo
Square footage: 4,700
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.33
Listing price: $849,500
Price per square foot: $181
Bottom Line: North Dakota
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North Dakota homes are typically worth about $236,000. In Fargo, the state's largest city, houses list for a median of $225,000.
There aren't too many homes in Fargo for $1 million and above, although there are some very expensive condos in the heart of the city. To get near the $1 million price range, however, we had to look a bit south from the city center.
This 4,700 square-foot house is a new build, but it hasn't had any takers yet.
Ohio
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Location: Columbus
Square footage: 3,795
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.57
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $264
Bottom Line: Ohio
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The typical home in Ohio is valued at around $165,000. In Ohio's biggest city, Columbus, homes list for a median of $205,000 and sell for about $226,500.
There are a number of homes for $1 million and well above that number in Columbus. One of those homes, coming in at exactly $1 million, is a bungalow-style craftsman with 3,795 square feet of living space in the Canterbury neighborhood, near a country club.
Oklahoma
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Location: Oklahoma City
Square footage: 9,904
No. of bedrooms: 6
No. of bathrooms: 6.5
Acreage: 5.37
Listing price: $999,999
Price per square foot: $101
Bottom Line: Oklahoma
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Land is cheap in Oklahoma, where the typical home is valued at around $139,400 throughout the state. In Oklahoma City, houses list for a median of $228,000 and sell for $207,600.
For $1 million, you could purchase a 9,900-square-foot mansion with an all-modern interior and a pool, playground, barn and small lake on over five acres.
Oregon
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Location: Portland
Square footage: 4,181
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.11
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $238
Bottom Line: Oregon
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First-time homebuyers in Portland will be lucky to find an 800-square-foot house in a good location for $400,000. Those with more money to play with can find much better than that.
This bungalow is 4,800 square feet and is located in the Clinton area, a place that's full of good food and shops.
The 1904-built house has hardwood flooring, an updated kitchen, custom millwork, a marble fireplace and a very nice front porch.
Pennsylvania
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Location: Philadelphia
Square footage: 1,854
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: None (condo)
Listing price: $995,000
Price per square foot: $537
Bottom Line: Pennsylvania
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A typical home in Pennsylvania is valued at about $211,300. In Philadelphia, the state's largest city, homes list for a median price of $258,000 and sell for a median of $255,000.
There's no short supply of luxury real estate in Philly, so you won't be getting the best money can buy for $1 million, but it's close enough.
This funky, modern condo is right in the historic Rittenhouse Square neighborhood and comes with a chauffeur-driven town car. There's also a booth in the kitchen.
Rhode Island
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Location: Providence
Square footage: 6,694
No. of bedrooms: 8
No. of bathrooms: 4
Acreage: 0.27
Listing price: $999,000
Price per square foot: $149
Bottom Line: Rhode Island
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The typical home value of a house in Rhode Island is about $331,500. Yet it's less than that in Providence, where homes are listing and selling at $300,000.
For $1 million, you could purchase this historic 1800-built, Federal-style colonial, which has a rather impressive library, wide-plank hardwood floors, a two-sink kitchen with massive stove and several fireplaces throughout.
South Carolina
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Location: Charleston
Square footage: 2,365
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.34
Listing price: $989,000
Price per square foot: $418
Bottom Line: South Carolina
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The typical home in North Carolina is valued at about $220,700. Charleston is this state's biggest city (and also has some of the coolest homes in all of the south). Homes there list for around $387,000.
There are many homes and mansions above the $1 million range in the city. But for $1 million, you could get something like this 2,365-square-foot home on the marsh by the Ashley River.
Mosquitos are a small price to pay for the gorgeous views to be had from the impressive deck.
South Dakota
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Location: Sioux Falls
Square footage: 4,512
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.95
Listing price: $1,010,000
Price per square foot: $225
Bottom Line: South Dakota
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In South Dakota, the typical house is worth $225,400. In the state's biggest city, Sioux Falls, homes list for a median price of $226,000.
With $1 million in the Queen City, you could purchase this 4,500-square-foot ranch that has hardwood floors, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and downstairs equipped with a wet bar and game room.
Tennessee
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Location: Nashville
Square footage: 1,533
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: None (apartment)
Listing price: $989,900
Price per square foot: $646
Bottom Line: Tennessee
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The typical home in Tennessee is worth about $203,100. In the city of Nashville, homes list for $360,000.
With one million bucks, you could pick up a snazzy condo like this one that's located in heart of downtown. The 1,533-square-foot condo is two levels and features a cherry red kitchen with a 1950s diner aesthetic, poured concrete flooring and fantastic views of downtown.
Texas
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Location: Dallas
Square footage: 2,894
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.16
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $346
Bottom Line: Texas
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Home values differ greatly in Texas, the largest state in America. Overall, a typical home value is about $220,000 in the Lone Star State, while homes list for $419,000 in Dallas.
It's not difficult to find a home worth $1 million or more in Dallas, but we like this one. Partly because it's selling for exactly $1 million, and partly because of its ultra-desirable location in the Oak Lawn neighborhood.
Plus, there's a pool. You just have to have a pool in Texas.
Utah
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Location: Salt Lake City
Square footage: 2,939
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.12
Listing price: $1 million
Price per square foot: $340
Bottom Line: Utah
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The typical home in Utah is valued at about $420,200, while homes in Salt Lake City list for over $490,000.
In Salt Lake City, which is both the state's largest city and the place with the most Mormons on Earth (which may or may not be a selling point), it's easy to find a multimillion-dollar property.
For $1 million, you could purchase this charming 1937-built brick craftsman. Recently renovated to include an open floor plan, the home has hickory flooring with Italian marble countertops in the kitchen and a converted bedroom attic.
Vermont
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Location: Burlington
Square footage: 2,411
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.95
Listing price: $895,000
Price per square foot: $371
Bottom Line: Vermont
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The cold, rather sparsely populated state of Vermont (population: 624,000) is a favorite among those who love winter sports.
The typical home there is valued at $273,000. In Burlington, the most populated city, homes list for $407,500.
With $1 million, you could purchase something like this colonial by the Burlington Country Club. It has a classic, cozy feel with 2,411 square feet of living space.
Virginia
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Location: Virginia Beach
Square footage: 5,588
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: N/A
Listing price: $985,000
Price per square foot: $176
Bottom Line: Virginia
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A typical home is valued at about $302,4000 in Virginia, while homes sell for a median price of $322,500 in the state's biggest city, Virginia Beach.
A million dollars will buy you quite a pretty piece of property in Virginia Beach. This house by Linkhorn Bay is a sizable 5,588 square feet and features a trellis-covered back patio, pool, pool house and outdoor grilling area.
The inside is nice, too.
Washington
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Location: Seattle
Square footage: 1,620
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.1
Listing price: $999,900
Price per square foot: $617
Bottom Line: Washington
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Washington isn't a cheap place to buy a home. The typical home in the Evergreen State is valued at about $438,300, while in Seattle, the median sold home price is $765,000.
So $1 million will get you a nice place to live, but it won't get you the best. For $1 million, you could purchase this 1,600-square-foot, four-bedroom craftsman between North Beacon Hill and Judkins park.
It sits on a little hill, so you get a bit of a view.
West Virginia
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Location: Charleston
Square footage: 7,859
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 5.5
Acreage: 1.4
Listing price: $849,000
Price per square foot: $108
Wisconsin
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Location: Milwaukee
Square footage: 3,120
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: None (condo)
Listing price: $974,900
Price per square foot: $312
Bottom Line: Wisconsin
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A typical home is worth about $207,000 in Wisconsin, while homes list for a median of $163,000 in Milwaukee.
Some of the most expensive pieces of real estate in Milwaukee come in the form of downtown condos, like this one.
It's a 3,120-square-foot home with hardwood floors, three bedrooms and two-and-a-half marbled bathrooms.
Wyoming
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Location: Cheyenne
Square footage: 11,566
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 4.48
Listing price: $994,000
Price per square foot: $86
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