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Mortgage rates for Lower West Side are updated daily on Safe Rate using live investor pricing. Rates depend on your credit score, loan type (Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo), and down payment. A 30-year fixed rate is the most common product for home purchases.
View current rates for Lower West SideThe median home value in Lower West Side is $375k. The median monthly rent is $1,381. Annual property taxes average $6k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in Lower West Side have increased 16.7% over the past two years. This indicates a strong appreciation trend. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $1,443/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $62k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Lower West Side is $78k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in Lower West Side are public administration (25%) and healthcare (17%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.
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