Just Moved

How much does a home-to-call-your-own go for in these neighborhoods? Nestie couples give us the lowdown and a sneak peek at their new place.

Paul & Sarah

Location: Outside of Boston, MA

House Style: Colonial

Setup: 4 bedrooms, 3 baths

Square Feet: 2,400

Price Paid: $475,000 $198/sq. ft.

"We love the family room. It has high ceilings, tall baseboards, lots of windows and French doors that lead out to the front porch."

Don't settle—but make a priority list and be ready to compromise. Also, look past bad furniture and paint jobs to the home's real structure.