1212 Wicks WayStory CityIA50248
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1212 Wicks Way, Story City, IA, 50248 in Story City is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.55%. The 3.55% gross yield at $573,255 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $158,380 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.66) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $87,670.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 8.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,027) | $300 |
City averages based on Story City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,696 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,495 |
| 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 2025
0.51 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50248, Story City, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,119 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,434 (67.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 514 (24.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 171 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $244,920 |
| Average Home Value | $312,753 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,008
Single Family
1,678
Multi-Family
330
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 2025
0.51 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50248, Story City, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,119 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,434 (67.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 514 (24.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 171 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $244,920 |
| Average Home Value | $312,753 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,008
Single Family
1,678
Multi-Family
330
Businesses
166
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Real Estate Team, Jennings • RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Mls Name: CIBR
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