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The 10 most affordable places to buy a home in the mountains

The 10 most affordable places to buy a home in the mountains

The 10 most affordable places to buy a home in the mountains

10 Mammoth Lakes, California

Median home value: $438,686

Mammoth Lakes is virtually untouched and looks like a fairy tale. The city is known for alpine and Nordic skiing, fly fishing, colorful skyscrapers and high valleys. It's a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with beautiful wildlife at every turn.

9 Sylvethorne, Colorado

Median home value: $428,367

Forget Vail or Aspen - Sylvethorne is so scenic you'll have a hard time leaving. Massive peaks, pounding rivers, trendy stores and a renowned craft brewing culture will make your mountain dream a reality.

8 Taos, New Mexico

Median home value: $401,864

You wouldn't think it, but Taos is home to some incredible attractions - Taos Ski Valley Ski Resort, Taos Pueblo World Heritage Site, the amazing St. Francisco de Asis Church, and the stunning landscape between the Rocky Mountains and the Rio Grande Gorge. Imagine a thriving music scene, a spiritual center, fine art and pristine nature all in one place.

7 South Lake Tahoe, CA

Average home value: $400,288

The largest alpine lake in North America, Lake Tahoe is a stunning place to escape the stresses of the outside world. With 300 days of sunshine a year, you have everything from nightlife and spas to skiing and water sports, so you can find what you're looking for.

6 Durango, Colorado

Median home value: $397,124

A trendy Colorado mountain town that offers everything from historic Wild West saloons to stylish steakhouses. It is ideal for those who want to enjoy nature or take a break from it.

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5 Granby, Colorado

Median home value: $354,721

Situated right in the center of the Rocky Mountains, Granby is picturesque mountain fun country. You can spend your days skiing, snow touring, hiking and more, and then cozy up in the evening and enjoy the majestic views of Lake Granby.

4 Big Bear, California

Median home value: $312,662

Located in the heart of Southern California, Big Bear offers the best outdoor recreational activities in the region, from fishing and hiking to snowboarding and mountain biking, depending on the season. You'll also love the local cuisine with several restaurants offering panoramic views at 70,000 feet (21,336 meters) above sea level.

3 Maggie Valley, North Carolina

Median home value: $253,851

The gorgeous Great Smoky Mountains National Park with black bears and stunning waterfalls is nearby, as is the Cataloochee Ski Resort with slopes and trails for outdoor enthusiasts. Not to mention, Maggie Valley is only 35 miles from Asheville, so you can easily make the trip into the city.

2 Conway, New Hampshire

Median home value: $237,708

Imagine enchanting New England with relish: Conway is a skier's paradise that's also a shopping paradise. Cranmore Ski Resort offers slopes for all ages and Settlers Green includes over 60 stores. And if you love treasure hunting, antique stores offer rare finds you won't find anywhere else.

1 Poconos, Pennsylvania

Median home price: $199,797

The Poconos Mountain Range is populated by six ski resorts, several cottages with wood-burning fireplaces, and many resorts where you can enjoy spa treatments and fine dining. It's also a fun place to spend the summer, when hiking and horseback riding are the main activities.

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