Have you always wanted a beach house? Good news: there are many beautiful beach towns in America where you can make your dream a reality.
Here are the most affordable places to buy a beach house in America this 2021 based on median home value, median monthly property taxes paid, and monthly housing costs.
Biloxi, MS
Median home value: $161,700
Median annual property taxes: $1,196
Median monthly housing costs: $737
Biloxi, Mississippi is widely recognized as one of the most affordable beach towns in America. It surpassed 2020’s winner Gulfport, a neighboring city. The old-fashioned Biloxi Lighthouse is their signature landmark, but there are so many other things to do in Biloxi.
Gulfport, MS
Median home value: $122,300
Median annual property taxes: $1,069
Median monthly housing costs: $811
In addition to morning walks on the beach, Gulfport’s unique art scene and award-winning cuisine set it apart from the rest of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Locals also embrace the slogan “Keep Gulfport Weird” in a variety of ways, from pirate-themed golf carts to island excursions and unique city attractions.
Port Arthur, TX
Median home value: $65,800
Median annual property taxes: $1,009
Median monthly housing costs: $455
Port Arthur, which is home to the manmade Pleasure Island, provides an ample dose of watery fun all year round. Explore Sea Rim State Park to reconnect with nature and the Museum of the Gulf Coast to learn about Port Arthur’s contributions to pop culture.
Pensacola, FL
Median home value: $182,800
Median annual property taxes: $1,291
Median monthly housing costs: $940
Pensacola has beautiful white-sand beaches you can enjoy any time of the year. If you want to dive, take a dolphin tour, snorkel, or surf, you’ll find it all here, along with some very cool restaurants and bars.
Ocean Springs, MS
Median home value: $174,000
Median annual property taxes: $1,445
Median monthly housing costs: $1,021
Fourth on the list is Ocean Springs, Mississippi, a family-friendly paradise located just near Gulfport and Biloxi. Travel by Front Beach Drive and revel in the gorgeous, scenic vistas of the water. Ocean Springs offers a variety of water activities as well as in-land attractions.
Bay St. Louis, MS
Median home value: $172,600
Median annual property taxes: $1,140
Median monthly housing costs: $782
Another Mississippi gem, Bay St. Louis locals and tourists love its beaches and fantastic charter fishing. You’ll find a variety of seafood restaurants, museums, and boulevards where you can run, skate, or go cycling.
Freeport, TX
Median home value: $81,100
Median annual property taxes: $1,267
Median monthly housing costs: $479
Freeport’s relative proximity to Houston makes it more than a water lover’s paradise, but why go when you can enjoy local charter and sport fishing? Port Canaveral’s Jetty Park is located nearby and so is Surfside Beach.
Melbourne, FL
Median home value: $169,000
Median annual property taxes: $1,300
Median monthly housing costs: $853
Melbourne is a surfing paradise near Orlando and features miles of untouched beaches you can enjoy throughout the year. Popular outdoor activities in the area include surfing, fishing, golf, and snorkeling. But it’s not always about the beach in Melbourne. There are a variety of annual festivals that celebrate art, film, beer, and more. If you want something a little more exciting, the Kennedy Space Center is about an hour’s drive away.
Daytona Beach, FL
Median home value: $153,000
Median annual property taxes: $1,220
Median monthly housing costs: $723
Daytona Beach may be more synonymous to NASCAR automobile racing, but its waterfront real estate is also worth exploring. If the racing scene isn’t your thing, there are plenty of other things to do in the area. You can observe the seasonal sea turtle population and help local conservation efforts and spend a relaxing day at the beach.
Fort Pierce, FL
Median home value: $113,600
Median annual property taxes: $908
Median monthly housing costs: $655
Fort Pierce, also referred to as Sunrise City, is a diver’s dream come true. It’s ideally located near natural and artificial reefs, providing some of the best diving and fishing in Florida. What’s more, Fort Pierce also offers an incredible array of shopping and dining options, as well as a variety of fun activities like Bike Night, Friday Fest, and Jazz Market.
Find your dream waterfront property in Mississippi
If you’re ready to make your real estate dream a reality, connect with us. Let Owen and Co. Real Estate show you the best waterfront homes for sale in Ocean Springs, Biloxi, and Gulfport, MS. Contact the team today at 228.822.9870 or send an email to info(at)owenandco(dotted)com to get started on your home search.
