1740 Bay Oaks DrAlbert LeaMN56007
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1740 Bay Oaks Dr, Albert Lea, MN, 56007 in Albert Lea is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.86%. The 5.86% gross yield at $495,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $136,759 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.09) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $144,377.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(675) | $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 | $2,416 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,894 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 2003
0.34 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 56007, Albert Lea, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,809 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,318 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,698 (27.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $183,496 |
| Average Home Value | $231,635 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,333
Single Family
8,163
Multi-Family
1,170
Businesses
806
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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 2003
0.34 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 56007, Albert Lea, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,809 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,318 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,698 (27.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $183,496 |
| Average Home Value | $231,635 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,333
Single Family
8,163
Multi-Family
1,170
Businesses
806
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Joshua Harmdierks • Unique Realty
Mls Name: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #6778473