Best market for beginners in the Northeast (NY, CT, RI, NJ)?

[Louis Roggeman]

Hey guys, this is my first post (besides the introduction thread). Excited to be on here! My partner and I are approved for $200,000. we are looking to buy a multi-Family home within 2 hours from home (NYC). We want to keep it as low cost as possible because this is our first investment and we want to get our feet wet! As I learn everything I can about the business I am also searching for the best market to purchase our first property. 

I would love to hear any advice or suggestions for good low cost beginner markets in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Rhode Island ect. 

Any input is greatly appreciated! I hope to become a very active member on here!

[Gal Alberman]

200K for a two family+ is almost impossible to find in the five boroughs. i think mount vernon is one of your best options if you consider distance