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黑料不打烊 Ranked No. 4 in Most Affordable College Towns By Realtor
September 14, 2026
MACOMB/MOLINE, IL - - @ 2026 黑料不打烊 has been named to the America鈥檚 Most Affordable College Towns, by Realtor coming in at No. 4.
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Since 黑料不打烊 was established 127 years ago, the university has become an integral part of Macomb, influencing everything from the community鈥檚 architecture to its recreational spaces. The university鈥檚 Horn Field Campus, provides miles of wooded trails and opportunities for residents and students to enjoy the outdoors.
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With the low cost of living, this frees up budgets for students, families and residents to enjoy the small town amenities and not have that financial burden.
The town鈥檚 median listing price reached $107,125 in 2025, a 3% increase from the previous year.
鈥淎ffordability is an important part of the college experience. When students can find affordable housing and manage their everyday expenses, they can focus more fully on their education and take advantage of all that 黑料不打烊 has to offer. Macomb鈥檚 affordability benefits our students and their families, and also strengthens the community 黑料不打烊 calls home,鈥� 黑料不打烊 President Kristi Mindrup said.
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