21244 Rubys WayLeadSD57754
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play21244 Rubys Way, Lead, SD, 57754 in Lead is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.95%. At $982,900 with a 4.95% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $271,557 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.92) 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: $234,691.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,153) | $850 |
City averages based on Lead market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,058 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,820 |
| 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 2015
0.85 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 57754, Lead, SD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,175 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,255 (39.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 633 (19.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,287 (40.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $281,635 |
| Average Home Value | $346,042 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,848
Single Family
1,729
Multi-Family
119
Businesses
178
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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 2015
0.85 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 57754, Lead, SD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,175 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,255 (39.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 633 (19.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,287 (40.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $281,635 |
| Average Home Value | $346,042 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,848
Single Family
1,729
Multi-Family
119
Businesses
178
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Rory Sturm • Real Broker Spearfish
Mls Name: Mount Rushmore Area AOR
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Mls ID: #87833
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