A story, 1 Taiwanese guy bought a house with 225k in Cupertino @1985, now it worths 1.3 mil. Abou 6 times in 25 years.
That reminds us the truth of RE. (although the ratio might not be replicable for another crazy growth in bay area.)
Another point is do whatever u can do. At this time, this location, that is the best you can do, with the best chance.