Top 7 U.S. Cities to Buy Affordable Residential Lots in 2025

With housing costs soaring in major metros, more buyers are looking toward smaller cities and suburban areas to purchase residential land. Whether you’re planning to build your home or invest in future growth, here are 7 U.S. cities where land is still affordable in 2025:

  1. Chattanooga, TN
  2. Des Moines, IA
  3. Fayetteville, AR
  4. Spokane, WA
  5. Pensacola, FL
  6. Boise, ID (outer areas)
  7. Scranton, PA

These cities have a strong mix of affordability, access to utilities, and rising development interest. Many also benefit from local incentives for homebuilders or developers.

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