Best Homes in America's Coolest Small Towns
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Cities are great, but living in them can be exhausting. And sometimes there are good reasons for not wanting to be crammed into every small shop or street corner with your fellow denizens.
That's where small towns start to shine. The United States is made up of thousands of small towns, and many of them have unique characteristics that date back to the early years of American history. They are populated by artists, writers and other folks who would rather walk to a slower beat.
This is the best real estate in the best small towns in America. You might feel like moving after seeing what these cozy small towns have to offer and how much it costs to buy a home there.
Looking to buy a home? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Alabama: Magnolia Springs
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Note: The small towns for every state were chosen by Far and Wide, which is part of Big Edition, like Work + Money.
Square footage: 2,406
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 32.5
Listing price: $850,000
Price per square foot: $353
Bottom line: Magnolia Springs is a tiny town in Alabama with a population of around 800 people that's picture perfect.
Homes list for a median of $425,000 in this sleepy spot, but if you had more money to play with, you could have this cozy home in the woods that's tucked away on 32 beachfront acres.
The home has an open floor plan with a large, second-story screened-in porch for sipping mint juleps, red oak hardwood floors and your own private gazebo by the lake.
Alaska: Sitka
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Square footage: 2,625
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.14
Listing price: $695,000
Price per square foot: $265
Bottom line: Sitka is the site of the transfer ceremony for when Russia sold Alaska to the United States. It's a tiny town of less than 9,000 people, and it's quite beautiful.
Homes go for a median listing price of about $375,000. Attractions to this town include Alaska's Raptor Center, the Russian Bishop's House, Sheldon Jackson Museum and Swan Lake.
The home pictured here is a 1988-built modern house with vaulted ceilings and tall, arched windows which provide sunny bay views from the main living room.
Arizona: Sedona
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Square footage: 2,697
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.8
Listing price: $929,000
Price per square foot: $344
Bottom line: Located south of Flagstaff, Sedona is a rather pricey place in Arizona to set down roots, with houses listing for a median of $635,000. But it's not too difficult to see why. The place has a very cute downtown area and a good number of places to walk, hike and enjoy nature. Expensive restaurants and swanky clothing shops are here, too.
For $929,000, we found a very cool light blue adobe home with a cute pink bench by the front door. It's a bit funky but totally cozy, too.
Looking to buy a home in Sedona? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Arkansas: Eureka Springs
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Square footage: 3,140
No. of bedrooms: 7
No. of bathrooms: 7.5
Acreage: 0.42
Listing price: $419,000
Price per square foot: $133
Bottom line: It costs about $185,000 to buy a house in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, a tiny historic town with just under 2,100 inhabitants.
It's a beautiful tourist destination, with its Victorian-style architecture and winding, stoplight-free streets. And if you want to live there, you can nab a place like this striking Queen Anne, which was built in 1884.
It's not just a house, either. This place operates as a six-bedroom bed and breakfast, so you can hit the ground running, income-wise.
Looking to buy a home in Eureka Springs? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
California: Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Square footage: 1,686
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.1
Listing price: $3.495 million
Price per square foot: $2,073
Bottom line: The seaside town of Carmel-by-the-Sea is an established and pricey town in California's Carmel County with a populace of poets, writers and artists. Clint Eastwood was once the town's mayor.
Houses cost about $2.4 million here, and inventory goes fast. This little cottage features tons of windows and large sets of French doors to let the seaside air in, as well as a rooftop deck for seaside views.
Colorado: Breckenridge
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Square footage: 1,992
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.5
Listing price: $1.15 million
Price per square foot: $577
Bottom line: Breckenridge is a small vacation town in Colorado that's known for its ski resort, fly-fishing spots, hiking trails and boating areas. In December, there's Ullr Fest, a celebration of all things winter held to honor the Norse god, Ullr, who is depicted as wielding a bow and on skis.
We're not sure if that's a sport in Breckenridge, but it should be.
It's a small ski town in Colorado, so you know it's going to be expensive. Homes here list for about $913,000. This perfect log cabin home looks exactly what we picture in our heads when someone says "log cabin."
Looking to buy a home in Breckenridge? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Connecticut: Mystic
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Square footage: 2,740
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 1.5
Acreage: 0.44
Listing price: $430,000
Price per square foot: $157
Bottom line: You probably know Mystic, Connecticut, from "Mystic Pizza," that 1988 romantic comedy which starred Julia Roberts (and was Matt Damon's first film). That movie was inspired by a pizza joint in the town, but the movie was mostly shot elsewhere.
After the film debuted, someone opened up a pizza shop called Mystic Pizza and designed it to resemble the eatery seen in the film.
As far as housing prices, homes cost a median of $423,500 in and around Mystic. This small town does not have much inventory, so we chose a home that has already been sold. It's an 1835-built Victorian that is right on the Mystic River.
Delaware: New Castle
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Square footage: 2,069
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 1.5
Acreage: 0.41
Listing price: $279,000
Price per square foot: $135
Bottom line: Originally settled by the Dutch West India Company in 1651 and with buildings dating back to the 1700s, New Castle is one of the oldest, continually inhabited towns in America. An estimated 5,400 people live here.
Houses in New Castle aren't too expensive, either, with a median listing price of $220,000. For $279,000, you can buy this split-level brick home with a white picket fence, immaculate landscaping, built-in surround sound system and brand-new saltwater pool in the back.
Florida: Sanibel Island
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Square footage: 1,096
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.33
Listing price: $1.049 million
Price per square foot: $957
Bottom line: Sanibel Island is a barrier island off the coast of southwestern Florida. It's known for its shell beaches and the extensive wildlife refuges, which make up half of the entire island. Jean Shepherd, American humorist and narrator of "A Christmas Story," called Sanibel Island home for many years.
Houses are predictably expensive here, with a median listing price of $945,000. There are many multimillion-dollar homes on the island, but if you're looking for something delightfully cozy, this 1957-built beach house built on an inlet is fantastic.
Looking to buy a home in Sanibel? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Georgia: Dahlonega
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Square footage: 3,388
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 4.33
Listing price: $749,900
Price per square foot: $214
Bottom line: Established in the 1820s, Dahlonega was the site of the Georgia Gold Rush and briefly became a boomtown during that period. It's theorized that one resident, Dr. Matthew Stephenson, was the source for the famous quote, "Thar's gold in them thar hills!" That quote was written by Mark Twain for his character Mulberry Sellers, but it's possible that Stephenson, who said "There's millions in it" about a nearby hill, inspired the quote.
There are gold mines and lots of gold-related sights and activities to partake in, but you won't need to strike gold to buy a home here: The median listing price in Daholnega is $268,700.
You can spend quite a bit more than that, though. There are several much more expensive homes. Like this colorful craftsman with a two-story deck that's built right on Etowah River. It's nestled in the North Georgia mountains and has two master suites.
Looking to buy a home in Dahlonega? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Hawaii: Hanalei
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Square footage: 1,640
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.32
Listing price: $5.175 million
Price per square foot: $3,155
Bottom line: Located in Kauai County, Hawaii, Hanlei is one of the tiniest towns on this list, with a population of just 299 people.
With beautiful beaches and picturesque landscapes, you'll need to have quite a sizeable bank account to live in this cool little town (it is Hawaii, after all). The median listing price for a home is $2.8 million.
Many of the homes on this island are vacation rentals, like this two-story home built right by the shore.
Idaho: Ketchum
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Square footage: 5,300
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 5.5
Acreage: 0.64
Listing price: $6.69 million
Price per square foot: $1,255
Bottom line: Ketchum, Idaho, is a tiny tourist town adjacent to Bald Mountain, which is famous for its skiing.
The town itself is dotted with fishing spots, hiking trails and charming places to shop and eat. This is also the town where Ernest Hemingway lived his last days before shooting himself (not the town's fault).
That house is known as the Ernest and Mary Hemingway House and Preserve, which is owned by the local library and the site of an exclusive, invitation-only writer's residency program.
Ketchum is expensive, with the median listing price going for $1.5 million. Go far above that price range, and you can find this Janet Jarvis-designed estate. It's built of stone and includes a heated pool, wine cellar and other fine architectural features.
Illinois: Galena
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Square footage: 2,848
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 1.5
Acreage: 0.34
Listing price: $299,900
Price per square foot: $121
Bottom line: Galena is a historic mining town in northwestern Illinois that was founded in 1826. It was a boom own for several years, when it was the country's primary supplier of lead ore.
Today, it's a town of 3,150, but it has a thriving tourism economy with craft fairs, a Halloween parade and a downtown area that's stuffed with historic buildings.
Prices in Galena are relatively low, with a median listing price of $140,000. For about $300,000, you could buy this historic Victorian home.
Indiana: Nashville
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Square footage: 2,198
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.19
Listing price: $299,000
Price per square foot: $136
Bottom line: Nashville is a tiny town in Indiana and the center of the Brown Country Art Colony. The town has beautiful hills and valleys and is a great place to visit, and if you want to live there, it'll cost about $260,000 for a home.
For $299,000, you could buy this 1880-built Victorian that's also zoned for business, so you can have your own little antique shop or bed and breakfast as well.
Iowa: Winterset
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Square footage: 896
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 1
Acreage: 0.73
Listing price: $129,900
Price per square foot: $145
Bottom line: Winterset is known as the birthplace of John Wayne and is a small town with six beautiful covered bridges. There's a John Wayne museum there as well as a quilt museum. Homes cost about $210,000.
For significantly less than that, you can buy this little 1928-built ranch home. It's simple, affordable, cozy, with lots of charm.
Kansas: Abilene
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Square footage: 4,732
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.9
Listing price: $419,000
Price per square foot: $89
Bottom line: Abilene, Kansas, was founded in 1857 and has homed its share of influential figures, including Dwight D. Eisenhower and "Wild Bill" Hickock, who had a brief tenure as town marshal in 1870 after the previous one was killed.
Hickock had a shoot-out with a man in the streets, but Hickock accidentally shot his friend and deputy, something that likely haunted him for the rest of his life.
With homes listing for about $120,000, it's not too expensive to live in Abilene. But if you wanted to spend more, you could own this historic 1880 Victorian called Lebold Mansion, which was built from limestone and has 23 rooms.
Kentucky: Grand Rivers
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Square footage: 4,100
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4
Acreage: 0.45
Listing price: $999,999
Price per square foot: 1997
Bottom line: With a population below 400 people, Grand Rivers is a tiny town in southwest Kentucky, located between the Tennessee River basin and Cumberland River.
The median listing price is $120,000, but if you want primo real estate on the river, you'll need to spend quite a bit more. Priced at one dollar shy of $1 million, this lakefront home is set on a cul-de-sac and overlooks the Cumberland River.
Louisiana: St. Francisville
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Square footage: 3,198
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 4.15
Listing price: $589,900
Price per square foot: $184
Bottom line: Tucked away in rural Louisiana, St. Francisville features an immaculate historic town center, complete with Creole-style homes, a historic church, and well-rated restaurants. There's also a hauntingly beautiful cemetery. Surrounded by preserved plantations, St. Francisville feels as Southern as it gets.
While the median home price is $235,000, if you want a more central location consider this $589,900 beauty. Surrounded by acreage (including your own pond), this cozy four-bedroom house is a quiet retreat.
Maine: Bar Harbor
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Square footage: 1,972
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 1
Acreage: 26
Listing price: $625,000
Price per square foot: $317
Bottom line: Known as the gateway to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor sits on Mount Desert Island on Main’s Frenchman Bay. With a classic small town feel, Bar Harbor has a main street with plenty of shopping, tons of outdoor activities, and an uncompetitive housing market.
The median home price is $565,000. Built in 1860, this historic gem features tons of original features, loads of New England charm, and acreage all for less than the median price.
Looking to buy a home in Bar Harbor? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Maryland: Ocean City
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Square footage: 2,904
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.3
Listing price: $665,000
Price per square foot: $229
Bottom line: Primarily a resort town, Ocean City boasts miles of beaches, a boardwalk with a fairly thriving nightlife and condos. Lots and lots of condos.
While the median home price is $390,000, largely due to the available condominium buildings, you can still find a cozy home on the locals' side of town.
Located in West Ocean City, this $665,000 home has endless colonial charm and plenty of original craftsman details.
Looking to buy a home in Ocean City? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Massachusetts: Edgartown
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Square footage: 2,981
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 0.24
Listing price: $3.986 million
Price per square foot: $1,337
Bottom line: Located in Martha’s Vineyard, which has a population of 508, this historic whaling town has been carefully preserved to hold all the charm of the 1800s.
Of course, the cost of living on the Vineyard doesn’t come cheap. The median home price is $2.5 million, but you do get a lot for your money. Built in 1849, this Greek Revival-meets-Cape-Cod-style home features shaker tiles, original period features and a charming cottage garden.
Michigan: Traverse City
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Square footage: 2,859
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.72
Listing price: $497,500
Price per square foot: $174
Bottom line: Located in northern Michigan, Traverse City has a lot to offer. Residents can sightsee at the Sleeping Bear Dunes, sample local vineyards on the Traverse Wine Coast, or visit a number of local businesses and restaurants.
While the median home price is $275,000, locals who can spend a bit more get a lot in return. This $497,500 home features private woodland views, cathedral windows and plenty of outdoor spaces.
Looking to buy a home in Traverse City? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Minnesota: Grand Marais
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Square footage: 2,500
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4
Acreage: 5.03
Listing price: $412,500
Price per square foot: $165
Bottom line: The historic village ofGrand Marais overlooks Lake Superior. Situated as a gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, the area is a heaven for outdoor enthusiasts with plenty of trails, natural waterfalls and lighthouse tours.
The median home price here is $139,000. Priced at $412,500, this log cabin may cost more, but it comes with tons of reasons to spend — like five acres of private woodland outside.
Inside, the cabin includes period features like clawfoot tubs and wood-burning stoves.
Mississippi: New Albany
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Square footage: 3,692
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.37
Listing price: $430,000
Price per square foot: $116
Bottom line: Located in northern Mississippi, New Albany boasts tons of small-town Southern charm. Known as an antiquing destination, this historic village also hosts year-round events, farmers markets and local art shows.
While the median home price is $182,000, those who want to live in the heart of the historic district will pay more. Built in 1896, this $430,000 Greek Revival-style home on Main Street features tons of original historic features, including the original hardwood floors.
Missouri: Carthage
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Square footage: 1,008
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 1
Acreage: 0.85
Listing price: $128,000
Price per square foot: $127
Bottom line: Known as the "Maple Leaf City" for the number of trees that grow there, Carthage is a classic Route 66 small town with plenty of kitsch roadside attractions where residents enjoy a quiet small-town life and affordable living.
The median home price in Carthage is $159,900. For a bit less than that, you can get this Atomic-era, $128,000 bungalow-style house that features period architecture inside.
Outside, there's a barn, animal stables, and room for a hobby farm. Plus, a cute red door and roof.
Montana: Whitefish
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Square footage: 2,876
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 20
Listing price: $949,000
Price per square foot: $330
Bottom line: With a median home price of $571,000, Whitefish has many ranches stretching beyond $10 million. And it isn’t hard to see why. With panoramic mountain views, classic weather, and access to natural parks, hunting areas, and walking trails, the outdoor life is big here.
This $949,000 log cabin charmer sits on 20 acres of private woodland and features a live spring, gardens and a ski spot right out the backdoor.
Nebraska: Ashland
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Square footage: 9,148
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.21
Listing price: $195,000
Price per square foot: $105
Bottom line: Named one of the 10 prettiest towns in Nebraska by Culture Trip, Ashland has oodles of small-town charm and plenty of outdoor life. Highlights include golf courses, Mahoney State Park and museums. The median home price here is $187,500.
This $195,000 craftsman bungalow was built in 1925 and includes room-to-room detailing and period features.
Nevada: Genoa
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Square footage: 2,913
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.5
Listing price: $1,375,000
Price per square foot: $472
Bottom line: Located 42 miles from Reno, Genoa, Nevada is situated at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, giving many homes gorgeous mountain views.
The city center has been around since the Wild West days (and was one of the first Mormon settlements), with much of the town holding a historic status. The median home price here is $450,000.
This $1,375,000 single-story shoots above that mark, but includes views of the mountains, a golf course or the valley from nearly every room.
New Hampshire: Meredith
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Square footage: 3,550
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 5.09
Listing price: $829,000
Price per square foot: $234
Bottom line: Originally settled in 1766, Meredith is one of the few Colonial towns with affordable historic homes.
While the median home price of $415,000 will get you something far more modern, those that want to experience the true New England charm will pay a bit more.
Built in 1780, this original Colonial farmhouse still maintains much of its history while also including all the updating you’d need to live comfortably.
New Jersey: Cape May
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Square footage: 1,260
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 1.5
Acreage: 0.23
Listing price: $999,000
Price per square foot: $793
Bottom line: Situated at the tip of New Jersey’s Cape May Peninsula, the town of Cape May has lots to offer, from beachfront dining to preserved Victorian homes and azure ocean views. It's not cheap, with a median home price of $650,000.
Coming in at $999,000, this cheery, colorful cottage is above the average, but well worth it. Built in 1915, the home has tons of original charm, while later add-ons like the massive screened-in sunroom and connected second building keep things modern.
New Mexico: Taos
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Square footage: 4,789
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 6.17
Listing price: $1,400,000
Price per square foot: $292
Bottom line: Surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Taos is one of the oldest settled areas in New Mexico and is home to Taos Pueblo, a multistory complex inhabited by Native Americans for centuries.
Today, Taos is still home to a thriving art community and offers plenty of cultural experiences.
While the median home price is $369,000, Pueblo-style homes often cost much higher. This $1.4 million beauty includes six acres of private high desert, panoramic views, and unique architecture.
New York: Cooperstown
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Square footage: 2,275
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 13.84
Listing price: $699,000
Price per square foot: $307
Bottom line: A small and thriving village in central New York, Cooperstown is home to several museums, like the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, and several small businesses. With a median home price of $375,500, it's also a surprisingly affordable part of the state.
This charming farmhouse may be above the median, but it comes with acreage, world-class views, and plenty of upstate style. It was built in 1997 but looks like a historic house from the outside.
North Carolina: Ocracoke
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Square footage: 1,596
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.30
Listing price: $699,000
Price per square foot: $438
Bottom line: Located on Ocracoke Island with 16 miles of undeveloped coastline, the village of Ocracoke is designed for outdoor living. Many of the town’s 706 residents have ocean views and access to waterways.
The median home price here is $445,000. This charming purple harbor front home literally has the water at the backdoor.
The home also includes plenty of private outdoor decks, floor-to-ceiling windows and a small yard space to soak up the sun.
North Dakota: Devils Lake
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Square footage: 7,560
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.17
Listing price: $154,900
Price per square foot: $56
Bottom line: Named after the lake it sits by, Devils Lake, North Dakota, is a sportsman’s paradise. Residents enjoy fishing, hunting, golfing and plenty of town-sponsored events throughout the year.
Housing is also affordable too, with a $148,500 median home price. This 1909 Victorian still has lots of its original charm like bay windows, working fireplaces and expertly crafted exterior detailing.
Ohio: Marietta
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Square footage: 4,800
No. of bedrooms: 5
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 1.08
Listing price: $684,900
Price per square foot: $143
Bottom line: Marietta, Ohio, is steeped in history. One of the earliest settlements in Ohio, it was also an Underground Railroad stop and features several Native American burial mounds. History buffs can score digs here with a median home price of $172,500.
But if you’re going to relocate, why not go big? Cisler Terrace Mansion is a Victorian estate built in 1886. Lovingly restored, the property includes many of the original features.
There’s even a library.
Oregon: Cannon Beach
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Square footage: 600
No. of bedrooms: 1
No. of bathrooms: 1
Acreage: 0.13
Listing price: $449,000
Price per square foot: $748
Bottom line: On Oregon’s northwestern shore, Cannon Beach has ocean views, scenic trails and a large population of puffins. The median home price here is $625,000.
And depending on where you're looking to live, you might not get a lot of square footage. See this 600 square-foot, A-frame house, which was built in 1987 and is for sale for $449,000. It's right in town and pretty close to the beach.
Pennsylvania: Jim Thorpe
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Square footage: 1,635
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: n/a
Listing price: $235,000
Price per square foot: $144
Bottom line: Located in the Poconos Mountains, this quaint Victorian village has plenty of charm and a walkable downtown area bustling with shops. The median home price is $123,300, but for a bit more — $235,000 — you could buy this colorful A-frame cabin with plenty of charm.
Surrounded by woodlands, the home has plenty of indoor and outdoor space and lots of surprising touches.
Rhode Island: Bristol
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Square footage: 1,735
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.48
Listing price: $459,900
Price per square foot: $265
Bottom line: A deep-water seaport on Mt. Hope Bay, Bristol is a quintessential New England town, full of charm and community spirit.
The median home price is $469,000. This 1977 Cape Cod house fits right into the area with cedar impression clapboard siding, cherry trees and a perfectly manicured lawn.
South Carolina: Beaufort
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Square footage: 8,712
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.2
Listing price: $685,000
Price per square foot: $266
Bottom line: Located on Port Royal Island, Beaufort harkens back to the Southern antebellum lifestyle with a waterfront park, walkable historic downtown and several antebellum mansions. With a median home price of $265,000, it's not too pricey, either. But you can certainly spend more than that.
This modern craftsman bungalow is designed to fit in with the historic charm of the area while offering all the modern conveniences. The property is swimming in Southern charm with a big front porch, screened in sunroom and back garden complete with swamp moss covered oak trees.
Looking to buy a home in Beaufort? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
South Dakota: Spearfish
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Square footage: 3,015
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 80
Listing price: $1.649 million
Price per square foot: $547
Bottom line: Spearfish is a small town with a surprising amount of culture. Whether it's official bike marathons, jazz nights or wine tastings, there's always something to do.
With a median home price of $329,900, most residents pay more if they want acreage. This stunning custom Jorgensen Log Home sits on 80 acres of private land.
And if that isn’t enough peace and quiet for you, it also overlooks 12,000 acres of Black Hill forestry.
Tennessee: Gatlinburg
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Square footage: 2,721
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 0.34
Listing price: $900,000
Price per square foot: $331
Bottom line: The gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg is home to endless outdoor recreation, an amusement park, thriving small businesses and stunning mountain views.
The median home price in Gatlinburg is $400,000. This mountain-shingle-style home is situated high on a cliff. Wrap-around porches and floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the woodlands below with views of the Smoky Mountains beyond.
Looking to buy a home in Gatlinburg? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Texas: Marfa
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Square footage: 4,044
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3
Acreage: 0.53
Listing price: $1.415 million
Price per square foot: $350
Bottom line: The tiny desert town of Marfa, Texas, may seem like a sleepy remote village in West Texas, but this surprising spot is a cultural art hub. Huge indoor and outdoor art installations are frequently on display and artists have been flocking to the area.
The median home price is $365,000, but you’ll pay more to live in the historic district. This 1928 craftsman bungalow has been completely restored inside and out and features a tin roof, oversized front porch and modernized kitchen.
Utah: Moab
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Square footage: 1,968
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 9.37
Listing price: $1.1 million
Price per square foot: $559
Bottom line: Serving as a gateway to the Arches National Park, the undeveloped areas around Moab, Utah, include massive red rock formations, dinosaur tracks and mountain views. A museum in town features archaeological finds and dinosaur bones, and it costs about $417,500 to buy a house here.
Situated 1,500 feet above Moab, this Pueblo-style masterpiece has views of the LaSal and Abajo mountains. Beyond the red rock vistas, the home also includes plenty of space to roam on nine acres and a full modern home inside.
Vermont: Stowe
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Square footage: 2,789
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 3.5
Acreage: 4.4
Listing price: $955,000
Price per square foot: $342
Bottom line: A skiers paradise, Stowe is near the base of Smugglers’ Notch State Park with mountain views and plenty of hiking and skiing trails.
This quaint New England town also features plenty of colonial-style churches, a walkable downtown and woodlands. Want to live here? Expect to pay a median home price of $637,500.
This post and beam home is substantially more, but it features countryside views, a private paddle pond, and a soapstone wood stove.
Virginia: Williamsburg
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Square footage: 8,712
No. of bedrooms: 2
No. of bathrooms: 2.5
Acreage: 0.2
Listing price: $469,000
Price per square foot: $162
Bottom line: Williamsburg, Virginia, played a key role in the Revolutionary War, and that history is alive today. Colonial Williamsburg, located in the heart of the town, is a living museum with colonial period shops, homes and lifestyle reenactments.
Outside of the historic part of the city, residents live fairly modern lives with a median home price of $328,600. This colonial charmer offers unique millwork throughout, hardwood floors and built-ins.
Looking to buy a home in Williamsburg? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
Washington: Friday Harbor
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Square footage: 1,712
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.16
Listing price: $745,000
Price per square foot: $435
Bottom line: Located on San Juan Island, Friday Harbor offers ocean views, marina access, and plenty of outdoor activities like kayaking. Waterside living doesn’t come cheap, though, as the median home price is $787,500.
Just beyond a picket fence, this charming 1912-built craftsman has intricate woodwork, hardwood floors, arched doorways and loads of other classic features.
The property also includes a sunroom overlooking fruit trees and a well-manicured lawn.
West Virginia: Harpers Ferry
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Square footage: 2,694
No. of bedrooms: 3
No. of bathrooms: 2
Acreage: 0.93
Listing price: $375,000
Price per square foot: $139
Bottom line: Sitting at the gateway to Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, this small Southern town is a piece of the past. The park includes 19th-century buildings and a Civil War museum, and residents also have access to the Appalachian Trail for hiking and camping.
The median home price in Harpers Ferry is $284,219. Surrounded by woodlands, this stately cabin changes with the seasons.
Wildflowers grow in the spring, deer visit in the summer, the leaves change in the fall, and the property turns into a snowy wonderland in the winter.
Wisconsin: Mineral Point
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Square footage: 4,000
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 1
Acreage: 55
Listing price: $375,000
Price per square foot: $94
Bottom line: Once a mining town, Mineral Point, Wisconsin, has loads of thriving businesses, pottery makers, artists and restaurants. It’s a truly tiny town, encompassing only three square miles and a population of about 2,465.
This small town was developed in a Cornish-village style with walkable streets and a slow pace of life. The median home price is $221,900.
Built in1849, this truly historic stone farmhouse may need a little work but holds on to many original features, including the wide plank flooring.
Wyoming: Jackson
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Square footage: 4,433
No. of bedrooms: 4
No. of bathrooms: 4.5
Acreage: 2.13
Listing price: $6.25 million
Price per square foot: $1,410
Bottom line: Located in Jackson Hole Valley with access to three pristine ski areas and panoramic mountain views, life in Jackson, Wyoming doesn’t come cheap — the median home price is $1.7 million.
Many residents have opted for condos, but for those who dream of ranch-style living, properties abound. Sitting on Snake River and bordered by a national park, this four-bedroom expansive log cabin is all about the views.
Whether you’re gazing out at the mountains from the soaking tub or relaxing by the outdoor fireplace adjacent to the river, you’ll spend a lot of time inside and outside at this home.
Looking to buy a home? Check out BEX Realty to search real estate listings, find condos and homes for sale, and work with their unequalled realtors and concierge service throughout the home buying process.
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