These 10 housing markets top the list for first-time homebuyers

Patrick T. Fallon / AFP

• There are 10 cities that look like good options for those buying a home for the first time, Realtor.com said.
• The firm ranked cities for first-time homebuyers based on factors like affordability and commute times.
• Rochester, New York, topped the list for 2026.

High home prices and elevated mortgage rates mean first-time homebuyers could be in for a slog when they hit the market to look for a home.

But there are a handful of...