First-time buyers in Saskatoon tend to weigh commute, school access and entry price against each other, and Forest Grove's west side location and established housing stock give it a different profile than a brand new subdivision still filling in with construction traffic.
The trade-off with an established neighbourhood like this one is usually condition rather than price, since an aging furnace, roof or electrical panel can offset a lower asking price, so a $400 to $600 home inspection matters more here than in new construction.
Joel Dyck can tell you whether a specific Forest Grove listing is the right first home for your budget. Get your hand-reviewed valuation from Joel Dyck.