An analysis of America’s thirty most affordable neighborhoods, based on the most recent Zillow Home Value Index data from November 2024, reveals striking patterns in both geography and price trajectories. The most notable observation is the heavy concentration of these neighborhoods in Jackson, Mississippi, which accounts for eleven of the thirty areas, including all five of the lowest-priced neighborhoods. Flint, Michigan emerges as another significant cluster with six neighborhoods, all showing remarkable appreciation over the past decade, with Columbia Heights achieving an extraordinary 241.2% growth since 2014. The data also shows that current values in these neighborhoods range from $21,692 to $32,732, with most areas showing substantial volatility in recent years. Despite being among the nation’s most affordable areas, many of these neighborhoods have demonstrated remarkable resilience, with twenty-two of the thirty showing positive growth over the past year. Perhaps most surprisingly, some of the strongest price appreciation occurred in neighborhoods that started from the lowest base values in 2014.
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The geographic distribution of these neighborhoods presents a clear pattern of concentration in the American South and Midwest, with notable clusters in Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio beyond the dominant presence in Jackson, MS. These areas share common characteristics of being in cities that have faced significant economic challenges, often related to industrial decline or demographic shifts. Notably absent from the list are neighborhoods from coastal states or major metropolitan areas, suggesting that even the most affordable areas in those regions have substantially higher values. The data also reveals an interesting trend in recent market dynamics, with Jackson neighborhoods generally showing price declines over the past year while Flint neighborhoods consistently demonstrated appreciation, suggesting diverging economic conditions in these two major clusters.
30. North Valley, Peoria, IL
Tucked into the northern reaches of Peoria, North Valley stands as a testament to the city’s industrial heritage along the Illinois River. This riverfront district sits adjacent to the downtown area, offering residents easy access to the city’s cultural amenities and employment centers. Home values have shown remarkable strength, climbing from $16,377 in 2014 to $19,738 in 2019, then surging to $27,494 in 2023 before reaching $32,732 in November 2024. This upward trajectory represents a near-doubling of values over the decade with 99.9% growth since 2014, complemented by robust gains of 65.8% since 2019 and an impressive 19.1% jump in just the past year.
29. Walnut Park East, Saint Louis, MO
Positioned in the northern sector of St. Louis, Walnut Park East embodies the city’s ongoing transformation and community resilience. The neighborhood is strategically located near the confluence of Interstate 70 and Highway 367, providing vital transportation links to the broader metropolitan area. While 2014 data isn’t available, the area’s home values progressed from $24,223 in 2019 to $29,386 in 2023, before reaching $32,670 in November 2024, demonstrating healthy appreciation with 34.9% growth since 2019 and an encouraging 11.2% increase in the past year.
28. West Dewey Street Block, Flint, MI
Centered around its namesake thoroughfare, West Dewey Street Block represents one of Flint’s evolving neighborhoods in its ongoing urban renaissance. Located in the city’s western quadrant, this community benefits from its proximity to Kettering University and the University Avenue corridor. Recent years have shown promising growth, with values rising from $28,670 in 2023 to $32,372 in November 2024, marking a robust 12.9% increase in just one year, though earlier historical data isn’t available to track longer-term trends.
27. Mooretown and Hollywood Heights, Shreveport, LA
Straddling the northwestern edge of Shreveport, Mooretown and Hollywood Heights form a distinctive community with deep cultural roots. These paired neighborhoods sit near Interstate 20, offering residents convenient access to both downtown Shreveport and the region’s major employers. The area’s home values reflect steady market conditions, moving from $32,880 in 2019 to $31,826 in 2023, before settling at $32,096 in November 2024. While showing a slight 2.4% decline since 2019, the neighborhood has demonstrated stability with a modest 0.8% uptick over the past year.
26. Center City, Danville, IL
At the heart of Danville lies Center City, a historic district that captures the essence of this Illinois river town. This walkable neighborhood encompasses the city’s primary commercial corridor and sits just blocks from the scenic Vermilion River. Recent market data shows an interesting trajectory, with values shifting from $35,557 in 2023 to $32,038 in November 2024, representing a 9.9% adjustment over the year, though earlier comparative data isn’t available to establish longer-term trends.
25. Saginaw High, Saginaw, MI
Anchored by its namesake educational institution, the Saginaw High neighborhood represents a crucial piece of this Michigan city’s community fabric. Located in the city’s northeast quadrant, the area benefits from its proximity to both educational facilities and the Saginaw River corridor. Home values have shown remarkable momentum, rising from $17,648 in 2019 to $29,948 in 2023, before reaching $31,697 in November 2024. This trajectory reflects impressive growth of 79.6% since 2019, with continued momentum shown by a 5.8% increase in the past year.
24. Sterling & Myrtle St., Flint, MI
Intersecting at the heart of a historic Flint neighborhood, the Sterling and Myrtle Street area showcases the city’s ongoing revitalization efforts. This community sits just east of downtown Flint, providing residents with easy access to the city’s cultural and commercial core. The neighborhood has experienced dramatic appreciation, with values climbing from $11,231 in 2014 to $15,372 in 2019, then surging to $30,110 in 2023 before reaching $31,624 in November 2024. This remarkable journey represents a 181.6% increase since 2014, bolstered by 105.7% growth since 2019 and a healthy 5% gain in the past year.
23. Utha Street, Jackson, MS
Utha Street neighborhood is located in South Jackson and represents one of the residential communities in this part of Mississippi’s capital city. This South Jackson district is characterized by its residential streets and established neighborhood layout. While historical data is limited, recent market performance shows movement from $34,828 in 2023 to $31,341 in November 2024, reflecting a 10% adjustment over the year as the market seeks equilibrium.
22. Civic Park, Flint, MI
A cornerstone of Flint’s community life, Civic Park holds special historical significance as one of General Motors’ first planned neighborhoods for its workers. Located in the city’s northwest quarter, this historic district showcases distinctive 1920s architecture and tree-lined streets. The area has witnessed remarkable appreciation, with values rising from a modest $9,236 in 2014 to $13,048 in 2019, then dramatically increasing to $28,786 in 2023 before reaching $30,870 in November 2024. This trajectory represents an extraordinary 234.2% growth since 2014, supported by 136.6% appreciation since 2019 and a solid 7.2% gain in the past year.
21. Warren, Youngstown, OH
Located in the eastern section of Youngstown, the Warren neighborhood showcases the city’s industrial heritage and ongoing community reinvention. Positioned near key transportation arteries, this area provides residents with easy access to both downtown Youngstown and regional amenities. The neighborhood has shown significant progress, with values rising from $19,560 in 2019 to $27,500 in 2023, before reaching $30,847 in November 2024, demonstrating robust growth of 57.7% since 2019 and a healthy 12.2% gain in the past year.
20. East Side, Youngstown, OH
Stretching along Youngstown’s eastern flank, this historic district represents one of the city’s most established residential areas. The neighborhood borders important educational and commercial corridors, offering residents a blend of urban amenities and residential character. Home values have shown steady appreciation, climbing from $19,168 in 2019 to $28,608 in 2023, before reaching $30,812 in November 2024, marking impressive growth of 60.8% since 2019 and a solid 7.7% increase in the past year.
19. Oaklawn Fairweight, Danville, IL
Nestled in the heart of Danville, Oaklawn Fairweight combines small-town charm with accessibility to urban amenities. This established neighborhood sits near the city’s fairgrounds, providing residents with a unique blend of recreational opportunities and residential quiet. The area has demonstrated remarkable long-term growth, with values rising from $15,270 in 2014 to $17,526 in 2019, then surging to $28,450 in 2023 before reaching $30,615 in November 2024, representing a dramatic 100.5% increase since 2014 and continued momentum with 74.7% growth since 2019.
18. Fisher, Mobile, AL
Set within Mobile’s diverse urban landscape, the Fisher neighborhood represents a slice of the city’s rich cultural heritage. Located near major transportation routes, this community offers residents convenient access to both downtown Mobile and the broader Gulf Coast region. Home values show a story of resilience, moving from $25,278 in 2014 to $30,239 in 2019, then adjusting to $28,037 in 2023 before stabilizing at $30,037 in November 2024, reflecting an 18.8% appreciation since 2014 despite recent market fluctuations.
17. Larchmont, Jackson, MS
Larchmont is a residential neighborhood located in West Jackson, representing one of the area’s established residential communities. This neighborhood is part of West Jackson’s network of residential streets, characterized by its traditional single-family home layout and quiet residential atmosphere. The area has experienced significant appreciation, with values rising from $13,326 in 2014 to $26,412 in 2019, then climbing to $27,709 in 2023 before reaching $29,873 in November 2024, showcasing impressive 124.2% growth since 2014 and continued strength with a 7.8% gain in the past year.
16. Savannah Street, Jackson, MS
Located in South Jackson, the Savannah Street neighborhood is one of the city’s established residential areas. This South Jackson community is characterized by its residential streets and traditional neighborhood layout, representing one of the area’s long-standing residential districts. Home values tell a story of transformation, climbing from $12,333 in 2014 to $24,490 in 2019, then surging to $32,400 in 2023 before adjusting to $29,700 in November 2024, marking substantial 140.8% growth since 2014 despite a recent 8.3% cooling in the past year.
15. Poindexter Park, Jackson, MS
Located in West Jackson, Poindexter Park is a neighborhood that takes its name from the historic park in the area. The community is one of West Jackson’s established residential districts, featuring traditional neighborhood streets and contributing to the area’s residential character. Market performance shows interesting dynamics, with values rising from $21,973 in 2019 to $33,984 in 2023, before settling at $29,362 in November 2024, reflecting 33.6% growth since 2019 despite a recent 13.6% market adjustment.
14. Columbia Heights, Flint, MI
Rising above Flint’s urban landscape, Columbia Heights showcases the city’s remarkable resilience and renewal. This neighborhood sits near major educational institutions, offering residents a strategic location within the city’s evolving framework. The area has experienced dramatic appreciation, with values climbing from just $8,601 in 2014 to $14,852 in 2019, then surging to $25,384 in 2023 before reaching $29,351 in November 2024, marking an extraordinary 241.2% increase since 2014 and maintaining momentum with 15.6% growth in the past year.
13. Lynch Street, Jackson, MS
Situated in West Jackson, the Lynch Street neighborhood is situated near Jackson State University along its namesake thoroughfare. This West Jackson community is part of the area surrounding the university, reflecting the district’s connection to one of the city’s major educational institutions. Home values demonstrate strong growth, rising from $19,576 in 2019 to $26,847 in 2023, before reaching $28,922 in November 2024, showing robust 47.7% appreciation since 2019 and continued strength with a 7.7% gain in the past year.
12. Odette, Witherbee, Iroquois, Flint, MI
This section of Flint encompasses several residential streets in the city’s evolving urban landscape. The area has demonstrated the same pattern of significant value appreciation seen in many Flint neighborhoods, reflecting broader market trends in the city. The area has shown remarkable market strength, with values climbing from $14,234 in 2019 to $24,912 in 2023, before reaching $28,546 in November 2024, marking impressive 100.5% growth since 2019 and maintaining momentum with a 14.6% increase in the past year.
11. Allendale, Lakeside, Shreveport, LA
Straddling Shreveport’s western edge, this combined neighborhood area represents one of the city’s most historically significant districts. The community benefits from its proximity to Cross Lake and major transportation routes, offering residents a unique blend of natural beauty and urban accessibility. Home values show an interesting journey, moving from $28,585 in 2014 to $26,955 in 2019, then adjusting to $25,068 in 2023 before rebounding to $28,234 in November 2024, reflecting recent market resilience with a 12.6% gain in the past year despite overall flat performance since 2014.
10. Houghton Jones, Saginaw, MI
Anchoring a vital section of Saginaw’s urban core, Houghton Jones represents the city’s industrial heritage and ongoing community evolution. This historic neighborhood sits near the Saginaw River, providing residents with both scenic views and easy access to downtown amenities. Market performance shows steady progression, with values rising from $25,367 in 2019 to $26,835 in 2023, before reaching $28,104 in November 2024, demonstrating consistent growth with a 10.8% gain since 2019 and 4.7% appreciation in the past year.
9. Jayne Avenue, Jackson, MS
Located in West Jackson, the Jayne Avenue neighborhood exemplifies the city’s residential diversity. This primarily residential area offers very affordable homes. Home values reflect market dynamics, rising from $21,264 in 2019 to $30,254 in 2023, before adjusting to $26,859 in November 2024, showing overall 26.3% growth since 2019 despite an 11.2% recent market correction.
8. West Park, Jackson, MS
Located in the western section of Jackson, West Park is a primarily residential neighborhood that represents one of the city’s established communities. The area sits along key thoroughfares that connect to Jackson’s downtown corridor, offering residents access to urban amenities while maintaining its residential character. The area has demonstrated notable appreciation, with values climbing from $20,002 in 2019 to $28,334 in 2023, before settling at $26,749 in November 2024, marking 33.7% growth since 2019 despite a recent 5.6% adjustment.
7. Enochs Street-Hyde Park, Jackson, MS
Situated in West Jackson, Enochs Street-Hyde Park is a well-established residential neighborhood that reflects the area’s traditional community character. This predominantly residential district is part of West Jackson’s network of family neighborhoods, characterized by its local streets and established housing stock. Market performance shows steady progress, with values rising from $23,430 in 2019 to $26,202 in 2023, before reaching $26,556 in November 2024, reflecting 13.3% growth since 2019 and continued stability with a 1.4% gain in the past year.
6. Northend Recreation Center, Flint, MI
Located in the northern section of Flint, this neighborhood represents one of the city’s residential districts that has experienced significant market appreciation. The area is part of Flint’s network of traditional neighborhoods that have seen notable value increases during the city’s ongoing revitalization efforts. Home values show dramatic improvement, climbing from $12,616 in 2019 to $23,802 in 2023, before reaching $26,151 in November 2024, marking remarkable 107.3% growth since 2019 and maintaining momentum with a 9.9% increase in the past year.
5. Skyline DR, Jackson, MS
Skyline Drive is an area of Jackson that offers one of the city’s (and the nation) more affordable homes. This elevated neighborhood provides residents with both scenic vistas and convenient access to urban amenities. Market performance reflects significant growth, with values rising from $17,033 in 2019 to $26,727 in 2023, before adjusting to $25,553 in November 2024, showing 50% appreciation since 2019 despite a recent 4.4% cooling.
4. Washington Addition, Jackson, MS
Steeped in Jackson’s civil rights history, Washington Addition stands as one of the capital city’s most culturally significant neighborhoods. This historic district lies east of Jackson State University, offering residents a rich blend of educational resources and community heritage. Home values demonstrate steady appreciation, moving from $22,143 in 2019 to $24,955 in 2023, before reaching $25,084 in November 2024, reflecting 13.3% growth since 2019 and recent stability with a 0.5% gain in the past year.
3. Englewood, Jackson, MS
Nestled in the western side of Jackson, Englewood represents one of the city’s most affordable areas. This established neighborhood sits within walking distance of major employers and commercial corridors, offering residents a truly urban lifestyle. The area has shown remarkable long-term appreciation, with values rising from $13,232 in 2014 to $24,827 in 2019, then reaching $25,583 in 2023 before settling at $24,484 in November 2024, marking 85% growth since 2014 despite recent market adjustments.
2. Country Club Place, Jackson, MS
Despite its aspirational name, Country Club Place represents one of Jackson’s most affordable residential opportunities. Located in the city’s western sector, it’s primarily a residential area. Market performance shows interesting dynamics, with values climbing from $19,328 in 2019 to $27,258 in 2023, before adjusting to $24,172 in November 2024, reflecting overall 25.1% growth since 2019 despite an 11.3% recent market correction.
1. Bullard Hill, Jackson, MS
Anchoring Jackson’s western residential district, Bullard Hill stands as the most affordable neighborhood in our analysis. This established community sits at the intersection of major thoroughfares, providing residents with convenient access to both urban amenities and suburban corridors. Market data shows recent challenges, with values declining from $25,892 in 2019 to $25,617 in 2023, before reaching $21,692 in November 2024, reflecting a 16.2% decrease since 2019 and a 15.3% adjustment in the past year.
