Median home value in zip code 50208 (Newton, IA) is $197,230, up 4.6% year over year. Part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metropolitan area.

Home Value$197,230

YoY Change

+4.6%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$39,446 on $197,230

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Affordable22.5% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,405

P/I22.5%

Afford$246K

Room+$48K

P&I $997Tax $258Ins $150

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

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