200 3rd Ave SW #400Cedar RapidsIA52404
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 200 3rd Ave SW #400, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404 in Cedar Rapids is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.2%. The 3.2% gross yield at $1,600,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $442,051 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.59) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $119,042.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,719) | $450 |
City averages based on Cedar Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,270 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,352 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.38x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2016
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,597 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52404, Cedar Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,968 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,682 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,536 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,750 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $201,736 |
| Average Home Value | $240,149 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,505
Single Family
14,648
Multi-Family
4,857
Businesses
1,391
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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
Condo
Built in 2016
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,597 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52404, Cedar Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,968 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,682 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,536 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,750 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $201,736 |
| Average Home Value | $240,149 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,505
Single Family
14,648
Multi-Family
4,857
Businesses
1,391
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Debra Callahan • RE/MAX CONCEPTS
Mls Name: CRAAR, CDRMLS
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Mls ID: #2602067
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