According to Zillow , several major U.S. markets offer a high percentage of listings deemed "affordable" based on local income levels:
The cheapest places to buy property as of are concentrated in the U.S. Midwest and South , with West Virginia ranking as the most affordable state overall and Buffalo, NY leading as the most affordable major city. Cheapest Major Cities (2026) cheapest place to buy property
: Topped the list with 70.9% of listings considered affordable; typical home value is around $271,753 . According to Zillow , several major U
