The Top 10 Homebuyers Bargain Markets

For homebuyers looking for a bargain there are enticing markets all across the nation. In the following cities, reports show the prices have dropped by double digits during the last year.

1. Stockton, California

Stockton along with Vallejo, Fresno, Modesto, Merced, Bakersfield, Madera, and Riverside were the hardest hit when the real estate bubble burst. Last year in Stockton, home prices decreased 40.19% due to foreclosures on the market.

With Stockton, the area is close enough to the San Francisco Bay Area that it offers a few advantages that are not seen in other areas of the country. Those looking for affordable homes outside the bay area but close enough to commute are buying up the homes. When prices here become stable, Stockton will more than likely have affordable homes instead of rock bottom prices.

2. Naples, Florida

Naples at one time was hot on the market due to the energetic art scene as well as the Everglades. However, the real estate bubble burst and prices in 2011 declined 32.87%, which now offers bargains to homebuyers that want to live in a beach town.

3. Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas was another area in which investors flocked during the boom. Now, the hype has died down and prices declined 32.60% in 2011. This may be the best bargain market as Las Vegas is on the top foreclosure markets as reported by RealtyTrac.

4. Ft Lauderdale, Florida

One time known as the spring break destination, Ft. Lauderdale has changed its image to a pedestrian friendly community offering unique shopping, Old Florida communities, and a vibrant nightlife. Prices of homes in this area fell 25.95%.

5. Miami, Florida

Tropical weather, vibrant nightlife, and beaches are the attractive features found in Miami, and with the home prices down 24.15% – it is a bargain hunters dream come true.

6. Napa, California

Prices during the boom were pretty much out of sight in Napa, as this is a very sought after area of California in wine country. Now, these luxurious million dollar homes can be purchased at 20.11% below the price last year.

7. Phoenix, Arizona

Investors in Phoenix are willing to bargain since the bubble burst. For those that love the summer like weather and all kinds of outdoor activities, the drop of 18.85% will certainly help you find that dream home at a huge bargain.

8. San Diego, California

San Diego may be one of the most beautiful places to live offering summer like weather year round, the beach, family activities, and so much more. Home prices in 2011 dropped 18.03% allowing homebuyers the opportunity to find a home within their budget and still live in the prestigious area of the city.

9. Detroit, Michigan

Unemployment, job losses, and the burst of the real estate bubble caused home prices in Detroit to drop 16.42% in 2011 due to foreclosures. The city is revitalizing and restoring many of the homes as well as providing a unique blend of new developments and historic areas.

10. Washington, D.C.

Washington D.C along with other commuter areas in West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland may be the place you desire for your bargain home. This area of the country offers one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation along with culture and a vibrant nightlife. Home prices here dropped 12.5% in 2011, making it a great time to purchase.

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