2118 Rapid Valley AveBrookingsSD57006

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2118 Rapid Valley Ave, Brookings, SD, 57006 in Brookings is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.32%. At $399,900 with a 4.32% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $110,485 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.80) 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: $81,961.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,087) | $850 |
City averages based on Brookings market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,440 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,368 |
| 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 2025
8,656 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 57006, Brookings, SD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,948 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,648 (47.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,963 (41.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,337 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $287,661 |
| Average Home Value | $318,758 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,158
Single Family
8,175
Multi-Family
2,983
Businesses
935



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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 2025
8,656 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 57006, Brookings, SD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,948 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,648 (47.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,963 (41.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,337 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $287,661 |
| Average Home Value | $318,758 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,158
Single Family
8,175
Multi-Family
2,983
Businesses
935
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Listed by: Kari A. Westlund • Best Choice Real Estate
Mls Name: East Central South Dakota BOR
Mls ID: #25-370








