Median home value in zip code 52536 (Ottumwa, IA) is $225,169, up 6.2% year over year. Part of the Ottumwa, IA metropolitan area.

Home Value$225,169

YoY Change

+6.2%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$45,034 on $225,169

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Affordable25.3% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,583

P/I25.3%

Afford$249K

Room+$24K

P&I $1,139Tax $295Ins $150

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

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