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16 Homes Under $200,000 With Great Curb Appeal
Everything is bigger in Texas—including the curb appeal!
By Brie Dyas | Jul 18, 2017 9:00AM
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16 Homes Under $200,000 With Great Curb Appeal
Everything is bigger in Texas—including the curb appeal!
By Brie Dyas | Jul 18, 2017 9:00AM
1. Renovated charm in Chattanooga
209 Bass Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
$200,000
Who says you can’t get a great-looking family home for $200,000 or less? This Chattanooga home, situated in the Brainerd Hills neighborhood, has five bedrooms—plenty of room for a growing family. The property also has brand new hardwood floors and windows throughout the house, and has been freshly painted inside and out, giving it a breezy and refreshing quality. Close to the center of Chattanooga, Brainerd Hills is ideally situated near both the airport and downtown—putting it a stone’s throw away from amazing restaurants, live events, and countless outdoor activities.
2. Classic good looks in Iowa City
3206 Friendship St., Iowa City, IA 52245
$198,000
Whether you have a big family—or are planning to add to yours—this spacious four-bedroom bilevel home has plenty of space for you. (Though there’s only one-and-a-half baths, you’ll have money left in the budget to add more.) Nestled on a leafy street in the quiet Lemme neighborhood of Iowa City, IA, the circa-1960s home has a classic vintage look with cute red shutters and tidy landscaping. The location can’t be beat for family fun, too. You can take to your bikes and head to nearby Scott Park, or easily drop the kids off at the nearby elementary and high schools (be sure to grab a treat from Daylight Donuts on the way!).
3. Victorian appeal in Marion
524 S. Market St., Marion, IL 62959
$149,900
History lovers, we’ve found your dream home: A turn-of-the-century three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath charmer in Marion, IL with original details galore. Though it’s technically a Victorian, the exterior of the home has a more subdued color palette that would please even the staunchest supporter of the clean-lined “modern” style. The quaint front patio is the perfect place for enjoying a cup of coffee and taking in the lovely garden—or the lovely old-fashioned atmosphere of the neighborhood. You’re just a quick walk up South Market Street to an adorable library, the Marion Cultural and Civic Center and a range of bars and cafes in historic buildings.
4. Country club grounds in Boca Raton
11086 Highland Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33428
$199,000
Who says that multi-millionaires can only enjoy the rolling greens of a country club setting? This updatedthree-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Boca Raton, FL is part of Boca Woods, a gated golf country club with two championship courses. Though there are required fees for the club and HOA, all affordable homes are worth it and adorable. The tropical landscaping is impeccable, as is the fresh white exterior with the seriously cute blue trim and garage door. If you’re not into golf, there’s still so much to do in your neighborhood—there’s a luxe gym, a bar, a restaurant and a huge pool in the clubhouse. Or, simply take a 10-mile trip to soak up the sun at Boca’s famous beaches.
5. Simple made sophisticated in Long Neck
32581 Long Spoon Way #3281, Long Neck, DE 19966
$187,900
A perky aqua door greets you to this sweet three bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom home in Long Neck, DE. The eye-catching color lends contrast to the pristine neutral exterior and the meticulously landscaped lawn, without looking over-the-top. Built near the rolling greens of the Baywood Greens Golf Course, the home is in a pretty great location. The town’s proximity to both the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, give this area a milder climate with few extremes. Interestingly, this region has also been booming in recent years, attracting small businesses (and lots of empty nesters) looking for an affordable alternative to costlier East Coast areas. On weekends, you’re a quick drive from some of the country’s best shore destinations, like Lewes (where you can also pick up a ferry to Cape May, NJ), Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach.
6. Porch perfection in Havre De Grace
358 Bourbon St., Havre de Grace, MD 21078
$199,900
Long Spoon Way #3281, Long Neck, DE 19966
$187,900Weekenders love Havre de Grace, MD for its eclectic atmosphere and cool shopping district, which ranges from quirky antique stores (like JoRetro Vintage Market) to interesting restaurants (LAURRAPIN is a local fave). What could be better than visiting? Having affordable homes in town to call your own. This quaintthree-bedroom, two-bathroom home boasts peppy blue-and-white awnings and a spacious enclosed front porch. Even better, it’s in walking distance to the main shopping streets of St. John Street and North Washington Street, and a block away from the marinas of the picturesque Susquehanna River. With the money you save, why not take up boating?
7. Dockside details in Portland
13008 NW Marina Way #12, Portland, OR 97231
$140,000
Though it looks a lot like the eclectic beach bungalows you’ll find in Key West, FL, this adorable waterfront home is indeed within the city limits of our nation’s quirkiest city, Portland, OR. However, if you’re looking for the indie bookstores and fanciful coffee shops made famous in “Portlandia,” you won’t find those near the location of this tidy one-bedroom, one-bathroom floating home. (All of that is 6 miles down NW St. Helens Road.) Instead, you’ll enjoy peace and quiet on the water. Instead of curb appeal, you can say that the blue and light red exterior has plenty of shore appeal.
8. Retro-chic mobile in Long Beach
6205 E. Sea Breeze Dr. #3, Long Beach, CA 90803
$189,000
This charming three-bedroom, two-bathroom home proves that you can bring plenty of personality to a mobile home. Decorated with splashes of aqua and red along with climbing plants, it’s hard not to smile when you pull up to the carport. Situated within a 55+ community in Long Beach, CA, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to get to know your neighbors as you enjoy the resort-like amenities including a heated pool, billiard room and library. Heading out on the town? Nearby Naples has a myriad of restaurants ranging from upscale (like Chianina Steakhouse) to retro (the adorable Valentino’s pizzeria).
I can see why so many people I know have family members who move to other states when retiring. A college pal's parents had a 3-story, 4,000+ sq ft home on a lake in the Midwest. It had an elevator and a private dock....and it cost less than 2/3 of our home 
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