Median home value in zip code 38253 (Rives, TN) is $185,735, up 4.1% year over year. Part of the Union City, TN metropolitan area.

Home Value$185,735

YoY Change

+4.1%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$37,147 on $185,735

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Affordable19.5% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,216

P/I19.5%

Afford$267K

Room+$82K

P&I $939Tax $110Ins $167

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

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Metro Analysis

38253 is part of the Union City, TN metropolitan area. See full stress scores, crash risk, early warning signals, and 12-month price forecast for the metro.

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