Can you afford a $200k mortgage with a 20% down payment?

To afford a $200K mortgage with a 20% down payment, 30-year term and 7.00% interest rate, you’d need to make at least $38,268 a year before taxes. How much you ultimately can afford depends on your down payment, loan terms, taxes and insurance. As a general rule, your mortgage payment shouldn’t exceed one-third of your monthly income.

How do I calculate my mortgage payment on Zillow?

Use Zillow’s home loan calculator to quickly estimate your total mortgage payment including principal and interest, plus estimates for PMI, property taxes, home insurance and HOA fees. Enter the price of a home and down payment amount to calculate your estimated mortgage payment with an itemized breakdown and schedule.

What is a typical monthly mortgage payment?

The traditional monthly mortgage payment calculation includes: Principal: The amount of money you borrowed. Interest: The cost of the loan. Mortgage insurance: The mandatory insurance to protect your lender's investment of 80% or more of the home's value. Escrow: The monthly cost of property taxes, HOA dues and homeowner's insurance.