How Much Were Houses In 1970?
How Much Were Houses In 1970? Year Median Home Value Median Rent Year Median Home Value Median Rent 1970$17,000$108 1980 $47,200 $243 1990 $79,100 $447 How much did the average house cost in 1970? In 1970, the national median home value adjusted for inflation was $107,291; in 2017, it’s $217,600 — that’s a 103% increase.