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Top Cities for First-Time Homebuyers Revealed in 2025
5/30/2025
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- In early 2025, the U.S. median home price exceeded $400,000, with mortgage rates near 7%.
- SmartAsset identified the best U.S. cities for first-time homebuyers, focusing on affordability and housing inventory.
- McAllen, Texas, led the rankings, featuring a median home price of $204,499 and stable prices.
- Peoria and Decatur, Illinois, excelled in affordability, while Cape Coral, Florida, provided the most housing options.
