Median home value in zip code 35968 (Fort Payne, AL) is $221,916, down 0.6% year over year. Part of the Fort Payne, AL metropolitan area.

Home Value$221,916

YoY Change

-0.6%

Prices falling — better for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$44,383 on $221,916

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Affordable22.4% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,398

P/I22.4%

Afford$278K

Room+$56K

P&I $1,122Tax $76Ins $200

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

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