Median home value in zip code 85281 (Tempe, AZ) is $401,049, down 3.0% year over year. Part of the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metropolitan area.

Home Value$401,049

YoY Change

-3.0%

Prices falling — better for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$80,210 on $401,049

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Out of reach38% of income

Need $101,786/yr to afford.

PITI$2,375

P/I38%

Afford$296K

Gap-$106K

P&I $2,028Tax $197Ins $150

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

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