1503 Elm StGrinnellIA50112
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1503 Elm St, Grinnell, IA, 50112 in Grinnell is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.55%. At $329,000 with a 3.55% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $90,897 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.66) 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: $50,279.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,165) | $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 | $972 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,006 |
| 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 1898
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50112, Grinnell, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,090 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,108 (61.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,540 (30.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 442 ( 8.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $216,307 |
| Average Home Value | $256,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,778
Single Family
4,187
Multi-Family
591
Businesses
414
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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 1898
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50112, Grinnell, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,090 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,108 (61.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,540 (30.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 442 ( 8.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $216,307 |
| Average Home Value | $256,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,778
Single Family
4,187
Multi-Family
591
Businesses
414
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Listed by: Lynn T Mawe • RE/MAX Partners Realty, Grinnell
Mls Name: NoCoast MLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #6328172
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