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My cousin came back from Fernandina Beach, FL the other day...she was so excited because she saw a house on the beach there for only one million dollars.
Well, that puts me closer to owning one...not.
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I said not including Florida.
I know what you said...you won't find cheap gulf beachfront in AL, MS or TX, either(LA has no beach to speak of).
My anecdote was to underscore the high cost of beachfront property anywhere.
I know what you said...you won't find cheap gulf beachfront in AL, MS or TX, either(LA has no beach to speak of).
My anecdote was to underscore the high cost of beachfront property anywhere.
You're right when you say LA has no beach, and, relative to other home prices it's not affordable, but compared to beachfront places that's about as cheap as it gets.
You can find a few cheaper if you know where to look.
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What is "affordable" to you? CA? Not affordable at all. FL? Parts are, parts arent. I think if you want some nice beachfront property, look into Door County, WI or the western coast of MI. Yes, its cold in the winter, but spring, summer and fall are absolutely gorgeous. In all honesty, western MI has some of the best beaches in the USA. Dont laugh until you experience them for yourself.
I second the vote for western Michigan. Many towns along Lake Michigan are charming and have very nice beaches. Probably are more affordable than ocean coastal areas.
I second the vote for western Michigan. Many towns along Lake Michigan are charming and have very nice beaches. Probably are more affordable than ocean coastal areas.
Here as well actually. I posted in my prior message a few I know of around where I am now. I would (and am) go back to West Michigan in a heartbeat. Great beaches, 4 seasons and very affordable cost of living. Anything right on Lake Michigan is very spendy though.
I talked to my parents this morning and I brought up this thread question. They told me you can get a nice beach home in the Rochester area for 200,000 and up. Sounds like a pretty good deal especially since that lake area is one of the most beautiful in the country!
I agree, some properties as cheap as Panama City Beach were in the 70's, but you might not want to swim there.
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