Realtor.com says buying that first home is a milestone filled with a variety of meanings for young Americans. Not only does it mean striking out on your own, but it also means investing in your financial future and finding the place where your family will grow. They say choosing where to buy that first home is an essential first step toward building wealth and achieving your desired lifestyle. Indeed….that’s why they put pen to paper to identify the 10 best markets for first-time homebuyers in 2026. They looked at metrics such as affordability, availability, and amenities – along with the economic health of the surrounding area and the strength of the local housing market.
Their Top 10 markets for first-time homebuyers in 2026 are:
- Rochester, NY
- Harrisburg, PA
- Granite City, IL
- Birmingham, AL
- North Little Rock, AR
- Syracuse, NY
- Baltimore, MD
- St. Louis Park, MN
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Garfield Heights, OH
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