1402 Willow StClear LakeIA50428



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1402 Willow St, Clear Lake, IA, 50428 in Clear Lake fits: $409,000, 3.52% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $112,999 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.52%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.65) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,767/yr in principal paydown and $112,999 in appreciation project a total return of $60,793.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,475) | $250 |
City averages based on Clear Lake market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,512 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.48x |
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 2001
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$225 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50428, Clear Lake, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,980 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,140 (52.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,090 (18.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,750 (29.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $330,643 |
| Average Home Value | $446,903 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,998
Single Family
4,426
Multi-Family
572
Businesses
427



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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 2001
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$225 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50428, Clear Lake, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,980 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,140 (52.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,090 (18.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,750 (29.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $330,643 |
| Average Home Value | $446,903 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,998
Single Family
4,426
Multi-Family
572
Businesses
427
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