Homes for sale in America’s coolest neighborhoods
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Seriously cool hotspots you'll want to call home
Offering everything from art galleries and fashion-forward boutiques to indie craft breweries and edgy nightclubs, the most buzzing neighborhoods in America are the place to be. Based on TripAdvisor's list of achingly cool areas in the US, we've brought together ten stylish properties for sale in these up-and-coming hotspots. Check out our on-point picks and start packing your bags...
Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Not long ago, Lawrenceville in Pittsburgh was a run-down inner-city area, but its fortunes have recently taken a turn for the better. Attracted by its affordability, a new generation of creatives moved in and Lawrenceville is now a thriving neighborhood with more than its fair share of swish cafes and restaurants, microbreweries, live music venues, boutiques and quirky museums. Fancy a slice of the action? Homes here come in at an average of $231 (£178) per square foot.
Contemporary condo, Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: $267,500
Contemporary condo, Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: $267,500
The one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo has an airy open-plan kitchen, dining and living space. Part of a new build complex, it requires zero remodeling or decorating – perfect for a buyer who wants a fuss-free property that's ready to move into, freeing up more time to enjoy the bright lights of Lawrenceville.
Contemporary condo, Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: $267,500
No expense has been spared on the kitchen, which impresses with solid wood cabinetry, granite counters and top-quality stainless-steel appliances, plus industrial-style touches including exposed ducts and piping. Residents also have access to a heated underground garage at no extra cost.
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Little Five Points, Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta's most alternative neighborhood has a unique bohemian vibe and with homes in the area typically priced at $219 (£168) per square foot, it won't break the bank to relocate to this cultural hotspot. Stroll down the street and you'll find head-turning street art, sidewalk musicians, foodie-magnet restaurants, vintage clothing stores and tattoo parlours aplenty, as well as bustling brewpubs and buzzing dance clubs.
Pristine duplex, Little Five Points, Atlanta, Georgia: $307,500
Located just south of Little Five Points, this picture-perfect two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo has been finished to an exceptionally high standard. Listed for $307,500 (£237k) with Engel & Völkers Atlanta, the 1,344-square-foot apartment is priced at $229 (£176) per square foot, $10 over the average price for the neighborhood.
Pristine duplex, Little Five Points, Atlanta, Georgia: $307,500
With stunning high ceilings and an arched glazed door that leads out to the balcony, the main living space is really something special. Offering hardwood floors throughout, the kitchen is state-of-the-art, featuring stained cabinets, granite worktops and stainless steel appliances.
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Pristine duplex, Little Five Points, Atlanta, Georgia: $307,500
The two sizeable bedrooms are equally as stylish, with the master space encompassing a lavish ensuite bathroom as well as a roomy walk-in closet. The duplex also comprises a mezzanine space above the main reception area that could be used as an office or an extra snug living zone.
Fishtown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philly's blue-collar Fishtown neighborhood is now the Pennsylvanian city's most up-and-coming place to live. Bursting with charm and character, the area has seen an influx of new residents in the past few years, with plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars, live music venues and art galleries popping up. Characterized by its historic rowhouses, homes in this vibrant neighborhood cost $249 (£192) per square foot on average.
Historic rowhouse, Fishtown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: $339,900
With no shortage of curb appeal, this three-bedroom, one-bathroom pre-war brick rowhouse offers exceptional value for money. Available via RE/MAX, the inviting 1,709-square-foot home is priced at $339,900 (£261k) – only $199 (£153) per square foot, well below the typical price for the neighborhood.
Historic rowhouse, Fishtown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: $339,900
Recently remodeled with a sleek, modern interior, the stylish rowhouse is move-in ready and doesn't require any work. The current owner wisely opted for a versatile gray color scheme throughout and didn't scrimp on quality when it came to fixtures and fittings.
Historic rowhouse, Fishtown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: $339,900
Decked out with quartz worktops, Shaker-style cabinets and stainless-steel appliances, the kitchens wows with a white and teal color scheme, accessorized with stunning gold finishes. Other selling points of the property include the vast basement conversion and pretty backyard, which is ideal for alfresco entertaining in the summer.
Wynwood, Miami, Florida
The place to be in Miami, Wynwood is a former warehouse district that has fast become an arty paradise. Famed for its vibrant street art – the neighborhood's colorful murals are a major draw – plus the array of contemporary galleries and museums, Wynwood is packed with quirky cafes, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Home prices here come in at an average of $395 (£304) per square foot.
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Minimalist condo, Wynwood, Miami, Florida: $355,000
On the market with Sotheby's International Realty, this sensational two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom condo is located to the north-west of Wynwood near the Design District, in one of Midtown Miami's most desirable buildings. The stunning complex includes two stunning pools, a state-of-the-art gym, party room and theater for residents to enjoy.
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Minimalist condo, Wynwood, Miami, Florida: $355,000
With large open living spaces and chic, modern decor, the 1,158-square-foot apartment has an asking price of $355,000 (£273k) or $307 (£236) per square foot, so it's significantly less expensive than the average property in the area. Despite the reasonable price tag, the building doesn't compromise on luxury – the lobby and bar area are simply divine.
Sotheby's International Realty
Minimalist condo, Wynwood, Miami, Florida: $355,000
The condo's living space is clean and minimal with an Italian-designed open-plan kitchen, as well as an integrated dining and living space. Similarly pared-back, the bedrooms and bathrooms have been finished to a high standard, plus the property offers a good-sized balcony for soaking up the city skyline.
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Pearl District, Portland, Oregon
With its food trucks, microbreweries, buzzing arts scene and industrial-chic warehouse conversions, it doesn't get much cooler than Pearl District. It's no wonder then that this hip spot has featured so heavily as a location in sketch show Portlandia, which satirizes the Oregon city's cooler-than-thou residents. Fancy relocating to this cultural epicenter? You can expect to pay $513 (£395) per square foot for a home here.
Stylish studio, Pearl District, Portland, Oregon: $359,000
A studio apartment in one of the Pearl District's first warehouse conversions is on the market right now with RE/MAX for $359,000 (£276k). The property measures 814 square feet, setting you back $441 (£339) per square foot, which makes it a relatively economical buy in this sought-after neighborhood.
Stylish studio, Pearl District, Portland, Oregon: $359,000
Just the thing for a single person or couple, the studio is generously proportioned – this is no cramped space by any means – and stylishly decorated. The raised sleeping platform is a cool touch that zones the airy main living area, while the exposed pipes and vaulted ceilings are reminders of the property's industrial past.
Stylish studio, Pearl District, Portland, Oregon: $359,000
Unusually, the chic city pad has plenty of clever storage space, something that tends to be at a premium in a studio apartment. The bathroom, with its metro tiling and sleek, white finish, is also generously sized for this type of property.
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Montrose, Houston, Texas
Montrose is hands-down Houston's coolest up-and-coming locale. This LGBTQ-friendly neighborhood in Texas's most populous city has a multitude of buzzing gay bars and nightclubs, kooky thrift stores, enticing art galleries and a diverse dining scene. A typical home in the area will set you back $222 (£170) per square foot, which makes Montrose the most affordable area in our round-up.
Champions Real Estate Group
Industrial-chic loft, Montrose, Houston, Texas: $550,000
They say everything is bigger in Texas and this colossal two-bedroom loft in the magnificent Metropolis building is no exception, offering decent value for money to boot. In fact, the 3,202-square-foot property, which is listed with Champions Real Estate Group, comes in at a bargain $172 (£132) per square foot, well below the average for the neighborhood.
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Industrial-chic loft, Montrose, Houston, Texas: $550,000
Wowing with an enormous open-concept kitchen, living and dining space, the impressive property is loft perfection, with its raw concrete ceiling, visible pipework and ducts, roomy mezzanine and extra-large windows that flood the space with light. City living doesn't get much better than this!
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Industrial-chic loft, Montrose, Houston, Texas: $550,000
The property also features two capacious bedrooms, one of which is situated in the mezzanine and includes a walk-in closet, as well as two massive bathrooms. Adding to the loft's allure, the lucky buyer will have access to the building's gorgeous pool, amongst other handy amenities.
RiNo, Denver, Colorado
Denver's River North Arts District, which the city's hip contingent have christened RiNo, more than lives up to its moniker. A hotbed of creativity, the area is chock full of galleries, eye-catching murals and urban sculptures, not to mention plenty of gourmet street food stalls and restaurants, brewpubs and live music venues. Calling this artsy hub home will cost you around $415 (£319) per square foot on average.
Porchlight Real Estate Group
City loft, RiNo, Denver, Colorado: $625,000
The perfect modern city pad in this creative enclave, this two-bedroom, three-bathroom beauty totals 1,732 square feet and is currently on the market at $625,000 (£480k), working out at a reasonably modest $361 (£277) per square foot.
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City loft, RiNo, Denver, Colorado: $625,000
Porchlight Real Estate Group
City loft, RiNo, Denver, Colorado: $625,000
Spacious and bright, the master bedroom features enormous picture windows that frame glittering views of the Mile High City and the surrounding mountains. Complete with sleek neutral decor and its own sitting area, we'd love to wake up every day to this chic space!
East Nashville, Nashville, Tennessee
Dubbed 'East Nasty' by residents who have relocated to the area, East Nashville has cemented itself as one of the coolest neighborhoods south of the Mason-Dixie line. With house prices in the area coming in at $231 (£177) per square foot, the neighborhood is awash with off-beat micro shops, craft breweries, vegan and gluten-free cafes and restaurants, plus underground bars and nightclubs.
Clapboard home, East Nashville, Nashville, Tennessee: $649,900
Clad in green clapboarding, this attractive four-bedroom, four-bathroom new-build home is set to be located in East Greenway Park, Nashville's first health and wellness cottage community. At $232 (£178) per square foot, the 2,794-square-foot property is priced almost bang on average for the neighborhood.
Clapboard home, East Nashville, Nashville, Tennessee: $649,900
Marketed by Village Real Estate, the property is yet to be constructed, meaning the buyer will have the opportunity to customize their dream home with the high-end finishes of their choosing. Interior mock-ups show beautiful double-height windows and lofty proportions in the stunning main living space.
Clapboard home, East Nashville, Nashville, Tennessee: $649,900
Everything from the kitchen cabinets and bathroom units to the hardwood flooring will benefit from the highest possible finish. We love the spacious open layout – this magnificent double-width archway allows the kitchen to flow seamlessly into the other interior zones.
Downtown 8th Street, Boise, Idaho
Boise's 8th Street area near downtown is a bustling oasis of cool, with house prices in the region averaging $447 (£344) per square foot. From its farmers' market, trendy cafes and restaurants, to the stylish cocktail bars, gritty brewpubs and open-air street art gallery, there's plenty to love about this vibrant corner of the city.
Skyscraper apartment, Downtown 8th Street, Boise, Idaho: $699,000
This fabulous two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo is a stone's throw away from buzzing 8th Street. Up for sale with O2 Real Estate Group for $699,000 (£538k), the property spans 1,641 square feet, which translates to $426 (£327) per square foot, making it cheaper than the average property in the area.
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Skyscraper apartment, Downtown 8th Street, Boise, Idaho: $699,000
Designed to showcase views of the city and the Boise Foothills to a T, the contemporary condo has the most incredible balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area has ample space for a couple or a small family, featuring a breakfast bar that's perfect for grabbing quick meals on the go.
Skyscraper apartment, Downtown 8th Street, Boise, Idaho: $699,000
The breathtaking views are even more apparent in the bedrooms, which feature dual-aspect floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the jaw-dropping city vistas. As well as the main living spaces, the property features a cozy reading nook, while the price tag also includes two handy parking spaces.
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North Park, San Diego, California
Multicultural North Park is a mecca for the in-crowd who can't get enough of its adorable Craftsman cottages, gourmet cafes and restaurants, farmers' market, arts venues and sprawling urban park. Homes in this highly desirable part of San Diego cost a hefty $549 (£422) per square foot on average, which makes the neighborhood the most expensive in our round-up.
Craftsman cottage, North Park, San Diego: $949,000
While you don't get a lot of bang for your buck in North Park, what you do get are plenty of beautiful high-spec homes. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom Craftsman cottage, which includes 1,637 square feet of living space, has an asking price of $949,000 (£730k) – a budget-busting $580 (£446) per square foot.
Craftsman cottage, North Park, San Diego: $949,000
Still, the property is rather lovely and it's worth noting that bona fide Craftsman cottages rarely come on the market in the city, making them pretty hot real estate. Listed with Keller Williams, the property has been beautifully decorated and offers the perfect ready-to-go space to call home sweet home.
Craftsman cottage, North Park, San Diego: $949,000
The living areas are expansive, while the newly updated kitchen includes no end of state-of-the-art appliances. Bright and spacious, the three bedrooms are on the large side, especially the master, which features a sitting area, walk-in closet and three-piece ensuite bathroom. Our bags are already packed!
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