1004 S 6th AveRock RapidsIA51246



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 3.55% gross rental yield, 1004 S 6th Ave, Rock Rapids, IA, 51246 in Rock Rapids is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $314,500 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $86,891 by year five, with $2,897/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.66) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $48,098.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,113) | $150 |
City averages based on Rock Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $930 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,917 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.49x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 2024
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51246, Rock Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,189 (73.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 297 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $247,222 |
| Average Home Value | $378,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,506
Single Family
1,422
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
166



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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage


Single Family
Built in 2024
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51246, Rock Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,189 (73.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 297 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $247,222 |
| Average Home Value | $378,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,506
Single Family
1,422
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
166
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Listed by: Brit Whalen • Coldwell Banker Empire Realty
Mls Name: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR
Mls ID: #828723








