Median home value in zip code 27278 (Hillsborough, NC) is $465,325, down 1.7% year over year. Part of the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metropolitan area.

Home Value$465,325

YoY Change

-1.7%

Prices falling — better for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$93,065 on $465,325

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Out of reach45.3% of income

Need $121,243/yr to afford.

PITI$2,829

P/I45.3%

Afford$288K

Gap-$177K

P&I $2,353Tax $326Ins $150

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

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