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This has been one of the most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home for more than 134 years

Home prices in America have changed dramatically over the last century — but the Midwest has remained a bastion of affordability through it all.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 22, 2026 at 6:02 AM ET · First coverage Aug 24, 2026 at 9:39 AM ET

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This has been one of the most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home for more than 134 years

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