1405-1407 Columbus DrWaterlooIA50702
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1405-1407 Columbus Dr, Waterloo, IA, 50702 in Waterloo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.6%. At $224,900 with a 5.6% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $62,136 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.04) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $59,223.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 8.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(411) | $325 |
City averages based on Waterloo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,050 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,371 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 1965
9,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50702, Waterloo, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,610 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,353 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,444 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 813 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $152,827 |
| Average Home Value | $176,096 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,934
Single Family
7,410
Multi-Family
1,524
Businesses
759
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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 1965
9,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50702, Waterloo, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,610 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,353 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,444 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 813 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $152,827 |
| Average Home Value | $176,096 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,934
Single Family
7,410
Multi-Family
1,524
Businesses
759
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices