1849 Hemlock StCouncil BluffsIA51503
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1849 Hemlock St, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503 in Council Bluffs is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.42%. The 5.42% gross yield at $424,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $117,392 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: $106,658.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(856) | $450 |
City averages based on Council Bluffs market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,920 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,607 |
| 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 2023
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$200 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51503, Council Bluffs, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,228 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,261 (63.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,873 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,094 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $279,939 |
| Average Home Value | $335,167 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,841
Single Family
13,738
Multi-Family
2,103
Businesses
761
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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 2023
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$200 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51503, Council Bluffs, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,228 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,261 (63.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,873 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,094 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $279,939 |
| Average Home Value | $335,167 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,841
Single Family
13,738
Multi-Family
2,103
Businesses
761
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jace Letner • Heartland Properties
Mls Name: SWIAR
Mls ID: #25-1505
Disclaimer: Copyright Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.