Median home value in zip code 68856 (Merna, NE) is $164,536, up 5.2% year over year.

Home Value$164,536

YoY Change

+5.2%

Prices rising — worse for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$32,907 on $164,536

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Affordable20% of income

Under the 28% guideline.

PITI$1,253

P/I20%

Afford$230K

Room+$65K

P&I $832Tax $237Ins $183

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

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