In states like West Virginia or Mississippi , a three-bedroom home can still be found for between $163,000 and $186,000 .

In many interior and Southern markets, such as Atlanta, GA , three-bedroom homes typically list between $250,000 and $500,000 .

Buying a house involves several "hidden" chapters that can catch first-time buyers off guard:

In states like Hawaii , the median value for such a property can reach nearly $817,000 to $900,000 . Beyond the Sticker Price