15261 Dodge AveClear LakeIA50428
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 15261 Dodge Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428 in Clear Lake is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.53%. The 5.53% gross yield at $775,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $214,118 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.02) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $200,718.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,463) | $250 |
City averages based on Clear Lake market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,570 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,725 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 2002
0.76 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No 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 2002
0.76 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No 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
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Hugh Webb • Schoneman, REALTORS
Mls Name: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #6333976