[ctindall]

Detroit. Maybe the cheapest real-estate in the country, and still a major city with folks to date, bars, an NHL, NFL, and MLB team. A burgeoning tech scene, and East Lansing and Ann Arbor (home of Michigan State and UofM, respectively) are a couple hours drive in a state where that's not a big deal to most people, even once or twice a week.

[enkirah]

I would liketo second Detroit. I was looking into moving into the city, currently live in Ann Arbor, and I found 2 bedroom condos for around 70k. I have a few friends who live in the city and love it. lots of tech and startups in the area especially with quicken loans in the area. Do not let the percieved crime or bankruptcy keep you away. If you are looking for cheap I think, Detroit is you best bet.