Dream homes: Florida vs. Connecticut

We looked at two similarly-priced homes in Coral Springs, FL, and Greenwich, CT, to see how far your dollar goes in these Best Places to Live.

Greenwich: The kitchen and outdoors

A cyclotron, capable of accelerating particles at 160,000 miles per second, at Columbia University's Nevis Lab, Irvington, New York, 1948.

Bright walls and refinished wood floors lead to the kitchen, with Italian tiles and Milano kitchen cabinets. Outside, the shady private terrace is a relaxation haven. Greenwich is known for its gorgeous beaches, and they're just a mile walk from the front door. No question, a condo like this is a rare opportunity to live in a high-end community while paying a middle-end price.