209 1st Ave E #5Grand MaraisMN55604
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingInvestors approaching the U.S. market with capital-preservation in mind will find 209 1st Ave E #5, Grand Marais, MN, 55604 in Grand Marais aligned with their strategy. Rental yield 6.82%. DSCR 1.26 and 6.82% yield provide a sound foundation. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR program enables non-U.S. residents to acquire without domestic credit. Over five years, 5% appreciation and $2,809/yr in paydown build toward a projected cumulative return of $81,770.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(555) | $250 |
City averages based on Grand Marais market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,733 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,166 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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 1984
0.70 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$383 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55604, Grand Marais, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,559 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,413 (39.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 428 (12.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,718 (48.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $352,639 |
| Average Home Value | $483,783 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,403
Single Family
1,281
Multi-Family
122
Businesses
229
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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 1984
0.70 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$383 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55604, Grand Marais, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,559 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,413 (39.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 428 (12.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,718 (48.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $352,639 |
| Average Home Value | $483,783 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,403
Single Family
1,281
Multi-Family
122
Businesses
229
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Virginia Detrick Palmer • Coldwell Banker North Shore
Mls Name: Lake Superior Area Realtors
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #6120036
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