214 W Elm AvePocahontasIA50574
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 214 W Elm Ave, Pocahontas, IA, 50574 in Pocahontas fits: $189,000, 5.33% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $52,217 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.33%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.99) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $1,741/yr in principal paydown and $52,217 in appreciation project a total return of $46,991.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(387) | $300 |
City averages based on Pocahontas market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $840 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,152 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1995
5,320 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50574, Pocahontas, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,142 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 769 (67.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 223 (19.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 150 (13.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $129,435 |
| Average Home Value | $202,058 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,019
Single Family
964
Multi-Family
55
Businesses
139
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1995
5,320 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50574, Pocahontas, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,142 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 769 (67.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 223 (19.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 150 (13.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $129,435 |
| Average Home Value | $202,058 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,019
Single Family
964
Multi-Family
55
Businesses
139
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Lori Jergens • Winegarden Auctioneering
Mls Name: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #6317649