1309 E Commercial StAlgonaIA50511



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1309 E Commercial St, Algona, IA, 50511 in Algona is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.38%. The 4.38% gross yield at $188,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $52,190 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.81) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $37,370.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(537) | $300 |
City averages based on Algona market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $690 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,152 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 1950
0.40 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50511, Algona, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,327 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,152 (64.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 824 (24.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 351 (10.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $209,187 |
| Average Home Value | $256,150 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,261
Single Family
2,872
Multi-Family
389
Businesses
464



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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 1950
0.40 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50511, Algona, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,327 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,152 (64.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 824 (24.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 351 (10.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $209,187 |
| Average Home Value | $256,150 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,261
Single Family
2,872
Multi-Family
389
Businesses
464
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Listed by: Ross Petersen • Humboldt Realty
Mls Name: NoCoast MLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #6325738
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