1160 Laurel StHelenaMT59601
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1160 Laurel St, Helena, MT, 59601 in Helena fits: $560,000, 5.8% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $154,718 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.8%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.08) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,158/yr in principal paydown and $154,718 in appreciation project a total return of $175,081.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(566) | $300 |
City averages based on Helena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,707 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,050 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.89x |
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 2026
3,092 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59601, Helena, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,886 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,163 (51.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,670 (42.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,053 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $401,311 |
| Average Home Value | $473,259 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,950
Single Family
13,603
Multi-Family
1,347
Businesses
1,647
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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 2026
3,092 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59601, Helena, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,886 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,163 (51.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,670 (42.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,053 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $401,311 |
| Average Home Value | $473,259 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,950
Single Family
13,603
Multi-Family
1,347
Businesses
1,647
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices