Home Buying in Mad River

I was thinking about how the median home value in our area is about 3% below the Ohio state average, which seems like a great opportunity for someone looking to buy their first home. With median home values at $208,300, I wonder if this is making it easier for first-time homebuyers to find a place to call their own in Mad River - what do you think is the most important factor for someone considering buying their first home here?