103 S 15th AveRock RapidsIA51246
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 103 S 15th Ave, Rock Rapids, IA, 51246 in Rock Rapids fits: $519,000, 5.33% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $143,390 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.33%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.94) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $4,351/yr in principal paydown and $143,390 in appreciation project a total return of $119,191.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,065) | $150 |
City averages based on Rock Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,305 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,291 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 6.5% rate / 30-yr fixed, 25% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 2022
0.32 Acres 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


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Mls Name: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR
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Mls ID: #834450











