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See what real estate is for sale in the cheapest and most expensive housing markets in America

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Carmela Chirinos
Carmela Chirinos
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Carmela Chirinos
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April 16, 2022, 8:30 AM ET

To say that the U.S. housing market has been red hot over the past two years is an understatement. And this year, housing prices are expected to stay high. 

The median home value is expected to jump from $355,000 to $384,000 in 2021, according to Fannie May.   

Last December, home prices posted a yearly 18.8% gain nationwide, making it harder to find a good place to live. But if you’re looking to buy a house this year, don’t lose hope. You can still find some reasonably priced homes in the market! 

The five states with the least expensive median listing price are West Virginia, Ohio, Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma, according to data from Realtor.com. Here are some houses currently up for sale in those states. 

Least Expensive

1) West Virginia has a median home value of $184,000.

Here’s what you can expect in the state for $174,000. This 1,820 sq ft property in Morgantown has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcGJ0wmOqOy/

2) Ohio has a median home value of $203,375.

Here’s what you can expect in the state for $249,000. Located in the town of Parma, this 1,904 sq ft property has three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcD3bO8pOtX/

3) Arkansas has a median home value of $236,250.

Here’s what you can expect in the state for $280,000. This four bedroom, two bathroom property in the town of Centerton, features walk-in closets, granite countertops, and the master bedroom has a jetted tub and walk-in closet.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb-wWapMAej/

4) Kansas has a median home value of $237,000.

Here’s what you can expect in the state for $199,900. This 4,134 sq ft property is located in the town of Coffeyville, and has four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb6Qtz3pyIP/

5) Oklahoma has a median home value of $240,000.

Here is what you can find for $225,000. This two bedroom, two bathroom property is located in Oklahoma City, near shopping outlets and restaurants.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcOILUFukf1/

Most expensive

The five states with the most expensive median home values are Hawaii, California, Massachusetts, New York, and Utah, according to data from Realtor.com. Here are some houses we found on sale in these states. 

1) Hawaii has an average home price of $768,500.

Here’s an example of what you can find in the state for $724,999. This three bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom townhome is located in Oahu, Hawaii.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcRefpoJREb/

2) California has a median home price of $734,950.

Here’s an example of what you can get in the state for $665,000. This 2,215 sq ft property, located in the town of Fairfield, features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a garage that fits two cars.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcV8mIbPMC6/

3) Massachusetts has a median home price of $699,450.

Here’s what you can get in the state for $775,000. This 1,612 sq ft property, located in the town of Natick, has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, a garage, and a furnished lower level.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cbs8kcdv26D/

4) New York has a median home price of $689,500.

Here’s what you can get in the state for $689,900. Located in the town of Yorktown Heights, this 1,950 sq ft property has four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcDc7tvl-HE/

5) Utah has a median home price of $645,000.

Here’s what you can get in the state for $600,000. Located in Ogden, Utah, this 3,508 sq ft property has four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcYxGUYve_h/

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