GREENVILLE, S.C., July 2, 2025 ~ A recent survey conducted by Advance America aimed to answer a pressing question for many Americans: is there a place to live that offers the feeling of home, long-term value, and affordability? While cities like New York and San Francisco may be desirable destinations, the reality is that they are far from affordable for most people. In fact, the average home price in New York City has reached a staggering $763,358, while in San Francisco it sits at an even higher $1,272,219.

However, the dream of homeownership doesn't have to come with exorbitant costs. According to a nationwide survey of 3,021 real estate professionals, there are hidden gems scattered across the country where affordability meets quality of life. These cities were identified from various regions such as the Carolinas and Mountain West.

Laura McCutcheon, Vice President of Marketing at Advance America, stated that these cities prove that one does not have to sacrifice their lifestyle in order to save money. Whether you are a young professional, raising a family or planning for retirement, there are places across the country where your dollar can go further without compromising on what matters most.

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The top 10 cities offering the best bang for your buck include Ocala and Pensacola in Florida; Greer and Aiken in South Carolina; Bowling Green in Kentucky; Sebring in Florida; Sanford in North Carolina; Hilo in Hawaii; Valdosta in Georgia; and Wichita Falls in Texas. These cities stood out for their combination of housing affordability, community appeal and overall value.

For those interested in exploring more options beyond these top 10 cities, Advance America has compiled a list of 130 cities on their website. The methodology used for this report involved an online panel survey of 3,021 real estate agents across the U.S., selected based on age, gender and geographic representation. Population data sets were obtained from internal data sources and a two-step process was used to ensure representativeness through stratified sampling and post-stratification weighting.

For media inquiries, please contact [insert media contact information]. To view the full list of the top 130 cities offering the best bang for your buck, visit https://www.advanceamerica.net/money-saving-tip....

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