I’m a Real Estate Agent: 6 Cities Where Homes Will Be the Best Bargains in 2025

Looking to buy a home in 2025? The best deals for your money, according to two real estate professionals who spoke with GOBankingRates, can be found in six cities based out of Florida and Georgia.

Keep reading to find out which six cities need to be on your homebuying radar.

as one of the best Florida cities to buy property over the next five years. Ybanez said homes for sale are less expensive than those in neighboring affluent metros Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton. A transformation is also underway throughout the city, with prestigious brands in the pre-construction stage of building beachfront condominiums and Pompano Beach’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRE) working on developments within the downtown and historic districts.

Yoann Dorat, real estate advisor with Sotheby’s International Realty, agreed with Ybanez that many areas within Pompano Beach have homes available at a good value. This is particularly true of homes in the city’s less-developed areas where there are still opportunities available to purchase at a lower price.

“Prices have risen in Pompano Beach, but the opportunity lies in emerging neighborhoods that are still going through redevelopment,” Dorat said. “If you buy early in those areas, you may see appreciation as the area upgrades.”

North Atlanta and Sandy Springs proper will continue to be one of the top 10 areas in the nation to watch. The average sales price and number of sales continue to rise above the national average.

While you can purchase homes worth millions in Sandy Springs, the city has plenty of affordable housing options for buyers looking for single-family homes, condos or townhouses. As of Jan. 2, 2025, there are 144 active listings on Zillow priced at $300,000 or less.

Don’t have the budget to afford a home in Miami? Go south to the city of Homestead, which Dorat said is still one of the more affordable areas in Miami-Dade County. 

“Prices are significantly lower than Miami proper, and new construction projects are adding inventory, keeping prices more reasonable,” Dorat said. 

Currently on Zillow, Homestead has 123 active listings. The most expensive listing is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom townhouse for $300,000.

Dorat described Homestead as a “growth market” — particularly for young families and first-time buyers who have been priced out of Miami.

“Developers are still adding new homes,” he said, “and the area’s affordability and commuter access to Miami make it a solid option for buyers.”

Buyers looking for more space for their dollar are recommended by Dorat to check out listings in Port St. Lucie. The city offers a suburban lifestyle while remaining close enough to Palm Beach County for buyers who want the best of both community and city worlds. 

As the area continues to see steady population growth, Dorat said demand may push prices up in the near future. Savvy shoppers should start checking listings now to see what’s in their price range.

“Home prices here have been lower than the South Florida average,” Dorat said, “and, while demand is rising, Port St. Lucie is still a more budget-friendly option.”

Chamblee is one of four Georgia cities recommended by Matt LaMarsh, real estate advisor at Engel & Völkers.

The other three recommended areas include Doraville, Tucker and Smyrna, where LaMarsh said it’s possible to find affordably priced homes in several great styles. 

If you need financial assistance to afford your first home, the state of Georgia makes this possible with first-time homebuyer programs and grants. LaMarsh recommends the Georgia Dream Home Ownership program for first-time buyers or individuals who haven’t owned homes in the past three years.

Previously, Dorat said it was easy for buyers to overlook Riviera Beach. However, due to the city’s proximity to West Palm Beach and status as being one of the more affordable areas in Palm Beach County, this is changing fast. The biggest perk Riviera Beach offers buyers? Coastal living at a lower price.

“Buyers are starting to recognize Riviera Beach’s waterfront potential, and the area is getting more attention from developers and real estate investors,” Dorat said. “Prices are creeping up as investors see the potential for redevelopment, but there are still areas where you can find value. Look for homes near the waterfront or within planned redevelopment zones.”