How much did a house cost in the 1960s?

Answer 1

It varied greatly depending on the size of the home, the location and how fancy it was. Many homes did not have central heat, few had air conditioning. Most had 1 bathroom. The US average according to the United States Census Bureau in 1960 was $11,900 in 1960 dollars. That was about 4 years wages at the time.

Answer 2

I read on the internet that a house in 1960 costs 18,500