Median home value in zip code 51638 (Essex, IA) is $176,522, up 5.2% year over year.

Home Value$176,522

YoY Change

+5.2%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$35,304 on $176,522

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Affordable20.4% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,274

P/I20.4%

Afford$242K

Room+$66K

P&I $893Tax $231Ins $150

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

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