Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
This is yet another college town that boasts of low house prices, a lively and walkable downtown area, and a relatively low cost of living. The median house price in this city is only a little more than $150,000. Retirees are also lucky because this state does not tax specific employer-sponsored retirement incomes. The city is well-equipped with healthcare facilities and hospitals as well.
Athens, Georgia
Those looking for a combination of affordable living and Southern charm will be smitten with Athens. With only 120,000 residents, the welcoming college town boasts of a warm climate that is perfectly pleasant. A lot of neighborhoods in this city have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. It has a youthful atmosphere and a reputation for its music scene, great outdoors, and state parks.