136 Valley RdMontezumaIA50171



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 136 Valley Rd, Montezuma, IA, 50171 in Montezuma is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.87%. The 2.87% gross yield at $769,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $212,461 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.53) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $89,704.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,153) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,841 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,688 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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 1975
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA



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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 1975
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
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Listed by: Sue Sutton-Ludwig • RE/MAX Concepts
Mls Name: DMMLS
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Mls ID: #713322
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