1020 Linden LnElyIA52227
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 1020 Linden Ln, Ely, IA, 52227 in Ely worth study. Rental yield 3.83%. The 3.83% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $479,900, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $132,588 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $1,530/mo partially offsets the $2,158/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.71 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $79,947.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,597) | $300 |
City averages based on Ely market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,530 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,936 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.52x |
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 2025
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$120 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52227, Ely, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,232 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 996 (80.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 175 (14.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 61 ( 5.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $348,160 |
| Average Home Value | $409,026 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,063
Single Family
996
Multi-Family
67
Businesses
51
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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 2025
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$120 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52227, Ely, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,232 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 996 (80.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 175 (14.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 61 ( 5.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $348,160 |
| Average Home Value | $409,026 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,063
Single Family
996
Multi-Family
67
Businesses
51
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Listed by: Michael Van Dyke • Watts Group Realty
Mls Name: Iowa City Area AOR
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #202600879
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