Median home value in zip code 50638 (Grundy Center, IA) is $187,827, up 1.6% year over year. Part of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA metropolitan area.

Home Value$187,827

YoY Change

+1.6%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$37,565 on $187,827

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Affordable21.5% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,345

P/I21.5%

Afford$244K

Room+$57K

P&I $950Tax $246Ins $150

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

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