According to WalletHub's latest study, "The Best and Worst Cities in America for First-Time Home Buyers," some Michigan cities shine like freshly cleaned gutters, while others smell a bit like a backed-up sump pump in August. And yes, Michigan cities made an appearance, for better and worse. RELATED: Bed Bug Warning Issued for Michigan Travelers: Detroit's CrawlingMichigan Cities That Made the ListSo, before signing your life away for 30 years, let's see which Michigan cities are the best (and worst) for first-time home buyers. Michigan's Best (and Worst) Cities for First-Time Homebuyers 2025 Using over 22 data points, the data wizards at WalletHub have ranked Michigan cities by affordability, quality of life, and the cities' overall real estate market to determine which metros are the friendliest to those looking for their first house. Here are the Best (and Worst) Cities for First-Time Home Buyers in 2025.