119 Rapids Ave SWCedar RapidsIA52404
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 119 Rapids Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404 in Cedar Rapids fits: $323,000, 5.33% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $89,239 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 (0.99) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $2,975/yr in principal paydown and $89,239 in appreciation project a total return of $80,265.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(664) | $450 |
City averages based on Cedar Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,434 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,969 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1948
0.35 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52404, Cedar Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,968 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,682 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,536 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,750 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $201,736 |
| Average Home Value | $240,149 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,505
Single Family
14,648
Multi-Family
4,857
Businesses
1,391
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1948
0.35 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52404, Cedar Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,968 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,682 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,536 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,750 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $201,736 |
| Average Home Value | $240,149 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,505
Single Family
14,648
Multi-Family
4,857
Businesses
1,391
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Darin Garman • HEARTLAND INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE, LLC
Mls Name: CRAAR, CDRMLS
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Mls ID: #2407223
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