207 Butler StMetropolisIL62960



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play207 Butler St, Metropolis, IL, 62960 in Metropolis is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.79%. At $159,900 with a 4.79% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $44,177 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.89) 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: $30,847.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(471) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Metropolis market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $638 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,045 |
| 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 1922
0.41 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62960, Metropolis, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,400 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,499 (64.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,123 (20.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 778 (14.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $141,240 |
| Average Home Value | $169,498 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,716
Single Family
4,657
Multi-Family
59
Businesses
411



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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 1922
0.41 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62960, Metropolis, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,400 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,499 (64.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,123 (20.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 778 (14.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $141,240 |
| Average Home Value | $169,498 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,716
Single Family
4,657
Multi-Family
59
Businesses
411
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Listed by: Tyson Wyman • Metropolis IL Real Estate
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #12549815








