Median home value in zip code 98240 (Custer, WA) is $639,389, down 0.8% year over year. Part of the Bellingham, WA metropolitan area.

Home Value$639,389

YoY Change

-0.8%

Prices falling — better for buyers.

Affordability

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Income (annual)

Down Payment

$127,878 on $639,389

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Out of reach62% of income

Need $165,943/yr to afford.

PITI$3,872

P/I62%

Afford$289K

Gap-$350K

P&I $3,233Tax $522Ins $117

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

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