2 Birchwood DrOttumwaIA52501
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 2 Birchwood Dr, Ottumwa, IA, 52501 in Ottumwa fits: $298,500, 5.31% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $82,470 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.31%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.98) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $2,749/yr in principal paydown and $82,470 in appreciation project a total return of $70,348.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 7.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(677) | $300 |
City averages based on Ottumwa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,320 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,878 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 1965
1.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52501, Ottumwa, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,418 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,019 (59.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,871 (28.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,528 (11.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $141,927 |
| Average Home Value | $197,013 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,449
Single Family
11,498
Multi-Family
951
Businesses
1,031
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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 1965
1.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52501, Ottumwa, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,418 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,019 (59.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,871 (28.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,528 (11.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $141,927 |
| Average Home Value | $197,013 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,449
Single Family
11,498
Multi-Family
951
Businesses
1,031
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices