First time buyer needing advice in what market to buy

[Robert Gunby]

Hello, I have dilemma and would like some input. I recently moved down to Northern Virginia for a job and as you know the rents are extremely high here. I am originally from PA and my question is if I should buy condo down here (2bedroom), or invest back home near Indiana, PA which is a college town and the houses are a fraction of the cost. I feel like my money would go a lot further in PA than down here. I also have family in the area so I am not worried about investing "out of state" as I know the area as well. All advice is truly appreciated.