Buying a home in Ohio is very affordable, according to a recent article at CNNMoney.com, which reveals the five metro areas where the average family can easily afford to buy a median-priced home. Ohio cities claimed three of the five spots.

Here are the most affordable housing markets, according to CNNMoney.com.


1. Indianapolis
Median home Price: $106,000
Median income: $68,100

2. Detroit
Median home price: $86,000
Median income: $57,100

3. Dayton, Ohio
Median home price: $106,400
Median income: $62,100

4. Youngstown, Ohio
Median home price: $76,000
Median income: $54,300

5. Akron, Ohio
Median home price: $100,000
Median income: $65,000

Source: “ Most (and Least) Affordable Cities to Buy a House,” CNNMoney.com (Feb. 19, 2011)