1808 Tom Lake RdGrand MaraisMN55604
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1808 Tom Lake Rd, Grand Marais, MN, 55604 in Grand Marais is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.26%. At $289,000 with a 4.26% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $79,845 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.79) 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: $59,524.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(779) | $250 |
City averages based on Grand Marais market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,026 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,690 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 2000
83.46 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55604, Grand Marais, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,559 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,413 (39.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 428 (12.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,718 (48.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $352,639 |
| Average Home Value | $483,783 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,403
Single Family
1,281
Multi-Family
122
Businesses
229
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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 2000
83.46 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55604, Grand Marais, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,559 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,413 (39.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 428 (12.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,718 (48.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $352,639 |
| Average Home Value | $483,783 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,403
Single Family
1,281
Multi-Family
122
Businesses
229
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jacob Patten • Red Pine Realty
Mls Name: Lake Superior Area Realtors
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Mls ID: #6119194
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