What would be a best strategy?

[Karelyn Cruz]

I know I have posted similar questions before but my husband and I are still going back and forward about where to buy. Scenario- would you buy a 1800 sq ft  house in Congress Heights (or Hyattsville) for $280-300K or a 900 sq ft in Deanwood/Benning Road area for $380-400K? Both are close to metro and renovated. We know the growth is faster and the taxes are lower in DC but the monthly payments will be higher. What would you do? What are the pros and cons in your opinion? Thanks!