1720 SE Bell DrWaukeeIA50263
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1720 SE Bell Dr, Waukee, IA, 50263 in Waukee is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.24%. The 5.24% gross yield at $610,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $168,532 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.00) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $153,676.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 2.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,298) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Waukee market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,743 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,719 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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 2007
0.69 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50263, Waukee, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,203 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,835 (62.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,821 (26.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,547 (10.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $376,616 |
| Average Home Value | $419,225 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,089
Single Family
11,519
Multi-Family
1,570
Businesses
611
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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 2007
0.69 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50263, Waukee, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,203 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,835 (62.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,821 (26.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,547 (10.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $376,616 |
| Average Home Value | $419,225 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,089
Single Family
11,519
Multi-Family
1,570
Businesses
611
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Cy Phillips • Space Simply
Mls Name: DMMLS
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Mls ID: #717830
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