Median home value in zip code 50434 (Fertile, IA) is $166,798, up 7.3% year over year. Part of the Mason City, IA metropolitan area.

Home Value$166,798

YoY Change

+7.3%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$33,360 on $166,798

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Affordable19.4% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,212

P/I19.4%

Afford$241K

Room+$74K

P&I $843Tax $218Ins $150

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

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