I'm a Real Estate Agent: Here Are 4 Neighborhoods Where Home Prices Haven't Caught Up Yet
It’s no secret that housing prices are up across most of the country. However, if you’re thinking about buying a home, don’t let this discourage you from finding your dream home.
Whether you want to stay close to friends or family or move to a different part of the country, you can often find a good deal in most cities. It’s about finding the right neighborhoods where prices haven’t quite kept up with other parts of the city.
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Here are four neighborhoods where prices have lagged behind other parts of the city and have strong growth potential over the next several years.
North Central Greeley (Northern Colorado)
If you’re looking to move to Northern Colorado but want to avoid the prices in places like Fort Collins and Loveland, you’re looking toward Greeley. The North Central part of the city is closer to downtown and the University of Northern Colorado. Here you’ll find more of the city’s older homes in more established neighborhoods. You’ll also be in close proximity to restaurants, shopping and the city's entertainment district.
“The median sale price in North Central Greeley was approximately $350,000 through June 2026, down about 4% from the previous year. That compares with roughly $575,000 in Fort Collins and nearly $498,000 in Loveland during the same period,” said Christopher Fry, Northern Colorado real estate broker with RE/MAX Alliance.
“A major reason prices remain lower is the age and condition of the housing stock. Many of these homes were built decades ago and may need updating, while buyers in Northern Colorado have increasingly gravitated toward newer construction and newer suburban communities,” Fry added.
Landmark–Van Dorn (Alexandria, Virginia)
Many buyers, especially first-time homebuyers, might struggle to afford the price tag of homes in Alexandria, Virginia. That’s why many are looking to nearby Landmark-Van Dorn instead. However, this area has more condominiums, which play a large part in the price gap. That makes it a great entry point into a desirable area.
“In Landmark–Van Dorn, the median sale price was $302,395 for the three months ending June 2026, down 8.4% year over year,” said Dell Jeanty, Northern Virginia Realtor with Dell Residential Group. “The neighborhood remains appealing because it offers relatively affordable access to Alexandria, the I-395 corridor, Van Dorn Street Metro and the major West End redevelopment underway at the former Landmark Mall.”
North Nashville, Antioch and Hermitage (Nashville, Tennessee)
Overall, the prices in North Nashville ($579,950, per Realtor.com) aren’t going to be much different from what you’ll find in Nashville ($585,450, per Realtor.com). However, there are select neighborhoods where you can score a great deal. These include Elizabeth Park and Osage-North Fisk.
North Nashville is only a few miles from downtown Nashville and the city is making significant investments, which should be a great sign for housing prices in the future.
“North Nashville, Antioch and Hermitage are not appreciating at the same rate for two reasons,” said Steve Jolly, real estate broker and founder of NashvilleRealEstateNow.com. “First, most of the new construction is being built here. Thirty percent to 40% of the homes for sale in these neighborhoods are new and that supply keeps prices down. Second, many of the people migrating to Nashville are moving to the outer suburbs like Franklin, TN, where they are building fewer homes, which drives up prices."
Dutchtown (St. Louis)
Dutchtown is one of St. Louis' older neighborhoods, with many single-family homes alongside multi-family buildings. A positive sign for the future is that St. Louis reports more than $5 million has been invested around Dutchtown and its neighbor Gravois Park. This includes housing, public-space and neighborhood improvements.
“Redfin’s data through June 2026 show median sale prices were up only 1% in Dutchtown, compared to a 6.9% increase for St. Louis overall,” said Ben Mizes, president at Clever Real Estate. “Buyers are interested in the historically brick housing stock, but this affordable entry into the market comes at a price — older housing stock typically necessitates renovation and maintenance. Additionally, conditions can vary widely from block to block, which keeps prices in check.”
This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.
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