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Top Affordable Neighborhoods

Our expert local guides have compiled a list of the top neighborhoods in major markets that offer the perfect mix of affordability and charm to make for a perfect place to call home.

  • Affordable Living, Upstate Charm: Discover Greenvilles Best Neighborhoods for Renting Apartments

    Affordable Living, Upstate Charm: Discover Greenvilles Best Neighborhoods for Renting Apartments

    Written by Jesse Broadt
    12/03/2025

    I'm Jesse, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Greenville, South Carolina. I fell in love with this outstanding city in 2004 when we first lived in the downtown area.

  • Beyond the Finger Lakes: Unveiling Rochester's 7 Best-Value Neighborhoods to Rent

    Beyond the Finger Lakes: Unveiling Rochester's 7 Best-Value Neighborhoods to Rent

    Written by Patrick Ryan
    11/20/2025

    There has never been a better time to live in Rochester.  Also known as the Young Lion of the West and Flower City, Rochester is an underrated living space within the gorgeous Finger Lakes region.

  • Local Experts Inside Scoop: The Most Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Lubbock

    Local Experts Inside Scoop: The Most Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Lubbock

    Written by Tiffany Clark
    11/20/2025

    Just south of the Texas Panhandle is the lesser-mentioned South Plains region of the Lone Star State. And that's where you'll find the humble little city of Lubbock.

  • Fresno on a Budget: 10 Affordable Neighborhoods Where You Can Actually Rent in California

    Fresno on a Budget: 10 Affordable Neighborhoods Where You Can Actually Rent in California

    Written by Shannon Hilson
    11/18/2025

    If you’re like many people planning a future move to sunny California, chances are your wallet aches just thinking about it.

  • Where to Rent in Greensboro: Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Families and Singles

    Where to Rent in Greensboro: Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Families and Singles

    Written by Catrina Cowart
    11/14/2025

    Hello again, everyone. I'm Catrina, and I'm your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Greensboro, North Carolina.

  • Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

    Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

    Written by Larry Allen
    11/11/2025

    Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

  • Rent Smart: A Local Experts Secrets to Finding Budget Neighborhoods for Renting in Sioux Falls

    Rent Smart: A Local Experts Secrets to Finding Budget Neighborhoods for Renting in Sioux Falls

    Written by Ashley White
    11/04/2025

    I'm Ashley, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Sioux Falls, South Dakota. I grew up in nearby Lennox and went to Augustana University.

  • Your Guide to the Aloha Life: The Top Value Neighborhoods for Renting in Honolulu

    Your Guide to the Aloha Life: The Top Value Neighborhoods for Renting in Honolulu

    Written by Allison Wallis
    10/31/2025

    I’m Allison, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. I’ve lived on Oʻahu for nearly 20 years, and my husband and I are raising a daughter here. While it’s expensive, we wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

  • Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

    Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

    Written by M. April Tome
    10/21/2025

    I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

  • Affordable Memphis: The Best Lower Priced Neighborhoods with Character

    Affordable Memphis: The Best Lower Priced Neighborhoods with Character

    Written by Joshua Carlucci
    10/17/2025

    I’m Josh, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Memphis.

  • The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments

    The Best Sarasota Neighborhoods for Renting: Culture, Beaches, and Affordable Apartments

    Written by J. Lang Wood
    10/02/2025

    Hi, I’m Joyce, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Expert for Sarasota, Florida. My husband and I moved to the Sarasota area more than 20 years ago, and since then, we’ve learned about the city’s many surprising and enjoyable features.

  • The Expert List: South Bends 7 Most Livable and Affordable Neighborhoods

    The Expert List: South Bends 7 Most Livable and Affordable Neighborhoods

    Written by Chad Deitchley
    09/30/2025

    As your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for South Bend, Indiana I am happy to help you find an affordable place to live in this surprisingly vibrant and extremely livable city.

  • The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life

    The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life

    Written by James W. Vickers
    09/25/2025

    Norfolk, Virginia, experienced a surprising population decline to 238,005 residents in the 2020 census, considering its low cost of living and high quality of life index. Renting an apartment falls well below the national average.

  • Oklahoma Citys Hidden Gems: Your Guide to Finding the Perfect Affordable Neighborhood to Rent

    Oklahoma Citys Hidden Gems: Your Guide to Finding the Perfect Affordable Neighborhood to Rent

    Written by Mike Heuer
    09/09/2025

    I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city is one of the lesser-known gems of the South-Central United States, and it always impressed me when visiting family in the city.

  • Local Secrets: Finding the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Worcester

    Local Secrets: Finding the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Worcester

    Written by Kevin Wesley
    07/23/2025

    Worcester is a vibrant, culturally rich and diverse city at the heart of central Massachusetts.

  • Corpus Christi on a Budget: Your Local Experts Guide to Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters

    Corpus Christi on a Budget: Your Local Experts Guide to Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters

    Written by Tiffany Clark
    07/22/2025

    Corpus Christi, Texas, is known as the "Sparkling City by the Sea." And believe me, this charming moniker is well-deserved.

  • A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

    A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

    Written by Richard Corrigan
    07/22/2025

    There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

  • A Local Expert's Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Wichita

    A Local Expert's Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Wichita

    Written by James Jordan
    07/15/2025

    Wichita is a big city, it is remote and not on most people's radar when considering places to live. It should be. I have been knocking around the city for 25 years, and I have found it to be a gem.

  • A Long-Time Residents Inside Review of the Top 5 Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Tucson, AZ

    A Long-Time Residents Inside Review of the Top 5 Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Tucson, AZ

    Written by Larry Allen
    07/03/2025

    I'm Larry, a long-time local resident, and I'm happy to be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Tucson, AZ. I moved here with my family in 1997 for a job transfer from the Midwest.

  • Finding an Affordable Gem: A Sacramento Locals Guide to the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Neighborhoods to Rent

    Finding an Affordable Gem: A Sacramento Locals Guide to the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Neighborhoods to Rent

    Written by Carrie Catalano
    07/02/2025

    Hi there, I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Sacramento, California. I was born and raised in Sacramento, and started my own family here.

  • Learn About the Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Dayton, OH

    Learn About the Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Dayton, OH

    Written by Kim Mooneyham
    06/16/2025

    Once an industrial powerhouse in southwest Ohio, Dayton is gradually changing from a strictly blue-collar city to a light blue-collar/white-collar city with education, tech, and urban development opportunities.

  • A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

    A Bakersfield Local Expert's Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA

    Written by Shannon Hilson
    06/16/2025

    If you’re moving to California’s magical Central Coast and looking for a place to land that strikes a great balance between affordability and access, make sure you don’t sleep on Bakersfield.

  • Local Experts Guide to Affordable Neighborhoods in Myrtle Beach, SC

    Local Experts Guide to Affordable Neighborhoods in Myrtle Beach, SC

    Written by Vicki Shivers
    06/12/2025

    Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Myrtle Beach, SC.

  • A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

    A Washington DC Local Expert's Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in the DC Metro

    Written by Steve Lilly
    06/12/2025

    I'm Steve, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Washington, DC.

  • A Local Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Colorado Springs, CO

    A Local Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Colorado Springs, CO

    Written by Darla Ferrara
    05/29/2025

    Just the name Colorado Springs makes me think of home. I’m Darla, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Colorado Springs, CO.

  • A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

    A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

    Written by Joseph Isenberg
    05/28/2025

    I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

  • The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Tallahassee

    The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Tallahassee

    Written by Allaire Williams
    05/23/2025

    I’m Allaire, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Tallahassee, Florida. I’ve been living here for the past 5 years and it seems to change by the month.

  • The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

    The Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

    Written by Melissa Maxwell
    05/23/2025

    Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and the second most populous city right after New Orleans. Like New Orleans, Baton Rouge is culturally rich and located right on the banks of the Mississippi River.

  • Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

    Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

    Written by Billy K
    05/22/2025

    I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

  • The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI

    The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI

    Written by Mike Heuer
    05/22/2025

    I grew up near Grand Rapids and have visited the growing city and its surrounding area many times. It is a true jewel of southwestern Michigan and very close to Lake Michigan and many other great locales.

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