1735 Central AveDubuqueIA52001



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1735 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA, 52001 in Dubuque is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.88%. At $350,000 with a 3.88% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $96,699 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: $59,743.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,141) | $850 |
City averages based on Dubuque market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,132 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,134 |
| 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.
Multi Family
Built in 1888
1,900 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52001, Dubuque, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,155 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,834 (53.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,535 (37.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,786 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $190,357 |
| Average Home Value | $240,723 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,543
Single Family
15,356
Multi-Family
3,187
Businesses
1,069



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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 1888
1,900 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52001, Dubuque, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,155 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,834 (53.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,535 (37.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,786 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $190,357 |
| Average Home Value | $240,723 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,543
Single Family
15,356
Multi-Family
3,187
Businesses
1,069
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