1605 N 8th StRed OakIA51566
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1605 N 8th St, Red Oak, IA, 51566 in Red Oak is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.88%. At $259,900 with a 3.88% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $71,806 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.72) 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: $44,352.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(848) | $250 |
City averages based on Red Oak market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $840 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,585 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 1961
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51566, Red Oak, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,302 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,939 (58.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 935 (28.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 428 (13.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $134,691 |
| Average Home Value | $178,734 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,081
Single Family
2,954
Multi-Family
127
Businesses
297
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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 1961
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51566, Red Oak, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,302 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,939 (58.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 935 (28.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 428 (13.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $134,691 |
| Average Home Value | $178,734 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,081
Single Family
2,954
Multi-Family
127
Businesses
297
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