If you’re saving money by buying instead of renting, and your job is stable, it sounds like you might be getting a good enough deal.
Inventory is being so manipulated that it’s just not worth it for some of us to look at houses right now. If you intend to stay for the long haul (10 years or more), go for it.
Please keep us updated and lets us know how the rest of the transaction goes. Good luck! 🙂