Median home value in zip code 24551 (Forest, VA) is $418,233, up 2.3% year over year. Part of the Lynchburg, VA metropolitan area.

Home Value$418,233

YoY Change

+2.3%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$83,647 on $418,233

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Out of reach40.5% of income

Need $108,600/yr to afford.

PITI$2,534

P/I40.5%

Afford$289K

Gap-$129K

P&I $2,115Tax $286Ins $133

6.50% 30yr, 20% down, county tax + VA ins. 28% per HUD.

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