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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.

  • A Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Toledo, OH

    A Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Toledo, OH

    Written by Catrina Cowart
    05/22/2025

    Hello! I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Toledo, Ohio, and I'm ready to tell you all about the great neighborhoods you can be a part of in this multicultural city.

  • An El Paso, TX Local Expert's Guide to Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters

    An El Paso, TX Local Expert's Guide to Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters

    Written by Lori Rosario
    05/21/2025

    El Paso has been inhabited for thousands of years and still has much to offer people of all ages and walks of life.

  • A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

    A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

    Written by Shannon Hilson
    05/21/2025

    If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

  • The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Boise, ID

    The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Boise, ID

    Written by Bob Mallory
    05/21/2025

    I'm Bob, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boise, Idaho. During my college years in eastern Oregon, Boise was a weekend getaway spot where we could party and enjoy world-class concerts.

  • A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque

    A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque

    Written by Esther Lombardi
    05/15/2025

    Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers culture, diversity, and beautiful landscapes. Each neighborhood blends historic charm with nature, education, and entertainment.

  • A Local Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Jacksonville Area

    A Local Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Jacksonville Area

    Written by Chuck Navarra
    05/15/2025

    Hey there! I’m Chuck, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local Expert! I've joined Jaguars fans many times on Sundays to hear their rallying cry, "Duuuval!", but there's so much more to enjoy here in one of the nation's largest cities.

  • Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

    Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

    Written by Mike Heuer
    05/13/2025

    I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

  • Exploring the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Little Rock: Finding Your Perfect Place

    Exploring the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Little Rock: Finding Your Perfect Place

    Written by Melissa Maxwell
    05/09/2025

    I lived in Little Rock, Arkansas for a time as a child. My grandmother was born and raised there with her seven brothers and sisters. On the day my grandmother was born, her father paid the doctor with a hog.

  • A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA

    A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA

    Written by Richard Corrigan
    05/09/2025

    Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

  • Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

    Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Pittsburgh: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

    Written by Christine DiMaria
    05/09/2025

    Pittsburgh is known for its bridges, breathtaking views, culture, and bustling nightlife. Though not every part of Steel City is perfect, each neighborhood, from the North Shore to the South Side, has a unique charm.

  • Exploring Omaha’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods: Finding Your Perfect Fit in the Heart of the Midwest

    Exploring Omaha’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods: Finding Your Perfect Fit in the Heart of the Midwest

    Written by Darla Ferrara
    04/18/2025

    If you want to enjoy the good life but still have access to big-city perks, Omaha is the right choice. This metropolis has everything you could want, from fine dining to an award-winning zoo to a vibrant indie music scene.

  • Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

    Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

    Written by Tim Brown
    04/17/2025

    I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

  • Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

    Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

    Written by Hayden Goldberg
    04/16/2025

    Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

  • An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN

    An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN

    Written by Wendy Melton
    04/04/2025

    Knoxville is considered to be a jewel of the south. It is the largest city in the eastern half of Tennessee and home to the main campus of the University of Tennessee.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chattanooga, TN

    A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chattanooga, TN

    Written by Catrina Cowart
    03/25/2025

    Hi, I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chattanooga. Today, I'd love to talk to you about a gem of a city: Chattanooga, Tennessee.

  • Your Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Syracuse, NY

    Your Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Syracuse, NY

    Written by Jessica Mousseau
    03/20/2025

    Hey! Jessica here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Syracuse, New York.

  • A Texas Local Experts Guide to 10 Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Waco, TX

    A Texas Local Experts Guide to 10 Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Waco, TX

    Written by Rhonda R Fletcher
    03/20/2025

    Hi, I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Waco, Texas. I've lived in Central Texas for over 25 years and have seen a lot of change and growth in the Waco area.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis

    A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis

    Written by Stephanie Lica
    03/12/2025

    I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

  • A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

    A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

    Written by Tim Brown
    03/12/2025

    I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

  • A Local Expert’s Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in New Orleans

    A Local Expert’s Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in New Orleans

    Written by Melissa Maxwell
    03/12/2025

    New Orleans is known as The Big Easy, but it's not always easy on the wallet! It's a city built around attracting tourists, so naturally everything is going to be on the pricey side.

  • The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY

    The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Louisville, KY

    Written by Mike Heuer
    03/12/2025

    Louisville, Kentucky, founded in 1778, has grown to be the largest city in Kentucky and is a terrific city situated right along the south bank of the Ohio River.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis

    A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Indianapolis

    Written by Wendy Melton
    03/11/2025

    Indianapolis is not only the state capital of Indiana, it’s also a shining example of what Midwestern living is all about. I’m Wendy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Lexington

    A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Lexington

    Written by Catrina Cowart
    03/11/2025

    Hi, I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Lexington, Kentucky, and I'm happy to talk to you about some of the neighborhoods that I've found to be particularly charming in this small city.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Akron, OH

    A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Akron, OH

    Written by Catrina Cowart
    03/08/2025

    I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Akron, and I'm here to talk to you about this city that is a bustling part of Northeastern Ohio.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY

    A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY

    Written by Patrick Ryan
    03/04/2025

    Albany, the capital of New York state, is a renter’s haven.  With ample housing supply, little traffic and a stable economy, Albany is trending upward. I'm Patrick, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

  • Local Guide To the Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Buffalo

    Local Guide To the Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Buffalo

    Written by Patrick Ryan
    03/02/2025

    Buffalo has emerged as one of the nation’s hottest real estate markets for good reason.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

    A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Charleston

    Written by Vicki Shivers
    02/21/2025

    Hey, y’all, I'm Vicki, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charleston, SC. I’m proud to say I’m a native Charlestonian who loves Low Country living and the laid-back lifestyle of living on the SC coast.

  • The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

    The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Columbus, OH

    Written by Kim Mooneyham
    02/21/2025

    Although Columbus, Ohio, has a reputation for being a rowdy college town, it's large enough to offer numerous neighborhoods far away from frat houses and street parties after football games.

  • A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Salt Lake City

    A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Salt Lake City

    Written by Ty Bronicel
    02/21/2025

    Salt Lake City, the capital of the gorgeous state of Utah — where I was born and raised — has gone gangbusters boom-bang-boom ever since the Winter Olympics were held here in 2002.

  • A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

    A Baltimore Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

    Written by Sarah Bregel
    02/21/2025

    There are few cities more eclectic and diverse than Baltimore, Maryland. I should know. I've lived in various parts of Baltimore for most of my life.

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