{"id":9096,"date":"2022-02-25T12:47:56","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T19:47:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mortgagesolutions.net\/?p=9096"},"modified":"2022-02-15T12:53:03","modified_gmt":"2022-02-15T19:53:03","slug":"best-cities-texas-buying-a-first-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mortgagesolutions.net\/2022\/02\/25\/best-cities-texas-buying-a-first-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cities in Texas for Buying a First Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

From its beautiful National Parks and captivating history to its robust economy, there\u2019s no denying that The Lone Star State has a lot to offer. As if plentiful natural beauty and a strong job market weren\u2019t enough, Texas is also a great state for <\/span>buying your first home<\/span><\/a>. The relatively low cost of living and high job wages makes it easy for young professionals and families to become homeowners.<\/span><\/p>\n

Not to mention, there are lots of great cities with affordably priced homes! Below, we\u2019ve listed the top ten places in Texas for first-time homebuyers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Top 10 Cities in Texas for First Time Homebuyers<\/span><\/h2>\n

Figuring out the best place to buy your first home can be challenging. On one hand, you want to make a good financial decision. At the same time, you also want to be able to feel safe and enjoy the place in which you\u2019ll be living.<\/span><\/p>\n

To help you narrow down your options, we\u2019ve made a list of the top cities in Texas for first-time homebuyers based on affordability, crime, employment, and amenities.<\/span><\/p>\n

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10. Frisco<\/span><\/h3>\n

Home prices in Frisco are slightly higher than other cities on our list, but the excellent wages make up for it. Low unemployment, a strong job market, and an easy commute to Dallas make Frisco a great city for first-time buyers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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9. Midland<\/span><\/h3>\n

Midland has one of the <\/span>lowest unemployment rates<\/span><\/a> in the entire country. It also has a low crime rate, making it a great option for young families.<\/span><\/p>\n

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8. Richardson<\/span><\/h3>\n

Richardson\u2019s booming tech industry and high household incomes make it an attractive choice for young professionals who are buying a home for the first time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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7. Grand Prairie<\/span><\/h3>\n

Jobs are in abundance in Grand Prairie due to the city\u2019s proximity to Dallas. Low house prices also make it a good choice for buyers entering the market.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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6. Carrollton<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you like the idea of living in a small town but still want the amenities of city life, then Carrollton could be the perfect option for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Pearland<\/span><\/h3>\n

Pearland may not be right on the ocean, but it\u2019s close by. And the crime rates are much lower than in Houston!<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. League City<\/span><\/h3>\n

League City offers a quick 30-minute commute to Houston and close proximity to Galveston Island.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. Garland<\/span><\/h3>\n

Garland boasts more than its fair share of affordable homes. While home prices rose last year because of low mortgage rates, homes in Garland are still relatively affordable compared with the rest of Texas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. Abilene<\/span><\/h3>\n

Abilene is probably the most affordable place on our list. The cost of living is cheap and unemployment rates are low. To top it off, home prices are about half of the average listing in Texas.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Round Rock<\/span><\/h3>\n

Located just outside of Austin, Round Rock offers convenient access to big city life while still giving its residents a small-town feel. Crime rates in Round Rock are extremely low, making it a great place to buy a home and raise a family.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Buying Your First Home?<\/span><\/h3>\n

We\u2019d love to chat! <\/span>Call our office<\/span><\/a> today to begin exploring home loan options!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

From its beautiful National Parks and captivating history to its robust economy, there\u2019s no denying that The Lone Star State… Read more »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":9097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nBest Cities in Texas for Buying a First Home | Mortgage Solutions Financial<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Texas is a great state for buying a first home. 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