c.1937 Three Bedroom Affordable North Dakota Home $50K
OHU50K Notes $50,000
Built in 1937, this affordable North Dakota home features three bedrooms, one bath, attached garage and a couple of outbuildings on a quarter acre lot. Public water and sewer, eat-in kitchen, and knotty pine, too.
Realtor Comments
Finally! A place to build your dream home in the town of New Salem. With a little bit of elbow grease you could have yourself an established lot with multiple yard sheds. Enjoy mature trees on this large lot and ample storage space for all of your summer toys and gardening tools. Call your favorite agent today!-Buyer/Buyer’s Agent to verify all square footage, taxes, specials and any other information that is pertinent to the property.
- 3 bed
- 1 bath
- Build date 1937
210 S 7th St, New Salem, ND 58563 $50,000
- Contact Realtor: Mitchell Grade
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Pros
1. Affordable, Stable Housing & Low Living Costs
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Median home value around $173K, nearly half the national median (~$303K)
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Home ownership rate ~75%, reflecting strong stability .
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Cost of living ~8–9% below U.S. average; housing ~22% cheaper; reasonable utilities & groceries
2. Good Local Job Market & Income Levels
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Earns an “A” for employment; median household income ~$69–70K .
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Jobs plentiful within commuting distance to Bismarck-Mandan metro.
3. Close-Knit, Safe Rural Community
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Rural/suburban feel with strong family orientation; perfect for retirees
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Minimal violent crime; locals say “crime rate… not very prevalent”
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Redditors highlight strong community bonds and safety:
“There is plenty to do here… close-knit community”
4. Good Infrastructure & Schools
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Reliable, fast fixed-line internet—great for remote work or streaming
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School system rated B–C overall; strong teacher involvement, although test scores show room for improvement
5. Scenic Locale & Small-Town Charm
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Near Interstate-94, easy access to Bismarck and Mandan; iconic landmarks like Salem Sue and a local museum add character
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Outdoor living and slower pace attract hobbyists and retirees alike.
Cons
1. Few Amenities & Services Nearby
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Limited shops, restaurants, healthcare, and entertainment locally; residents typically drive out .
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“Amenities… not ideally located within walking distance”
2. Seasonal & Environmental Downsides
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Winters are long and cold; some describe them as “brutal” .
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Cloudy skies, possible harsh weather
3. Higher Sales Tax
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Sales tax is higher than in many other North Dakota areas, slightly affecting cost of goods
4. Smaller School District with Mixed Outcomes
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Locally proficient in math; reading and overall academic performance needs growth
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District grades reflect mixed quality: C– overall and C for high school .
5. Sparse Population & Social Limitations
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Populace around 1,000, which can feel isolating with few social venues
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Reddit warns:
“Social life limited… lack of people and services”
