Business 9 places with small town charm and affordable house prices Ana LopezJanuary 16, 20230248 views It’s still a brutal market for homebuyers, especially first-time buyers. But if you’re looking for small-town charm, there may still be some affordable options. Westend61 | Getty ImagesMoosehead Lake in Greenville, Maine Dear life spoke to real estate professionals to find the top nine places in the US with small-town charm and affordable housing.