Median home value in zip code 51340 (Fostoria, IA) is $143,558, up 8.5% year over year. Part of the Spencer, IA metropolitan area.

Home Value$143,558

YoY Change

+8.5%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$28,712 on $143,558

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Affordable17% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,064

P/I17%

Afford$236K

Room+$93K

P&I $726Tax $188Ins $150

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

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Metro Analysis

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