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Macon is one of the most underpriced housing markets in the country, study says

Buying a home in today’s market may seem daunting.

The rates, the investment, the mortgage payment.

Some places are better than others when it comes to purchasing a home, i.e. “location, location, location.”

Well, according to a recent study by GOBankingRates, 20 cities in the country actually have underpriced housing markets. And good news, Georgians, a Middle Georgia city is on the list.

Our very own Macon, Georgia, made the top 20 most underpriced housing markets in the US.

Here’s why Macon made the list:

The study by GOBanking Rates revealed that the 2023 median list price in Macon is $123,167, but the 2023 average home value is $171,606.

So, the difference between the two is $48,439. This number means big savings and a great investment for the buyer.

Other southern cities on the list include:

  • Cape Coral, Florida (average difference of $249k)
  • Punta Gorda, Florida (average difference of around $60k)

Are you looking to buy a home in Macon? Let us know if you have any questions in the comments below.

This story was originally published September 7, 2023 at 7:30 AM.

Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.
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