What You Get for the Money

$500,000 (1) (3x7)

: 11, 2006

Compare what kind of house you can get for $500,000 in six markets across the country. We begin in Clearwater, Fla., where we visit a home that was built not only to save trees, but also to frame them beautifully from every window of the house. Next up: Chicago's Uptown, to a neighborhood for condo living and city views at their best. From there, the rocky coast of Maine and quaint Falmouth are home to a family who live in a barn, albeit one with every modern convenience you would want. Last up is a quick look inside homes in Brooklyn, Pittsburgh and San Diego.