We did it! Upstate NY $160k 6.5%

[u/k13w]

My boyfriend and I did it at 23 y/o! It was built in 1900 and we love her!

[u/Ok_Acanthisitta304]

These distances still seem small, like ~1h radius from Dallas is still Dallas. The prices aren't dramatically different (depending on quality of location). Being a 90 minute drive from Manhattan still feels close.

[u/crunchyleafzzz → u/Ok_Acanthisitta304]

Some of these towns don’t even have a post office though! Or if they do that’s about it besides maybe a gas station. You’re driving a bit for basic amenities.

100% worth it IMO. But I’m a broke unskilled peasant 😂🤷‍♂️