1964 Fir AveRock RapidsIA51246



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1964 Fir Ave, Rock Rapids, IA, 51246 in Rock Rapids is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.33%. The 4.33% gross yield at $569,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $157,204 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.80) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $110,753.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,643) | $150 |
City averages based on Rock Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,052 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,469 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.59x |
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 N/A
11.58 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51246, Rock Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,189 (73.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 297 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $247,222 |
| Average Home Value | $378,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,506
Single Family
1,422
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
166



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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 N/A
11.58 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51246, Rock Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,189 (73.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 297 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $247,222 |
| Average Home Value | $378,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,506
Single Family
1,422
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
166
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Listed by: Ryan Zomer • Zomer Company
Mls Name: My State MLS
Mls ID: #11571482








