216 Elmwood DrCouncil BluffsIA51503








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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


Investment Highlights
Rental property for sale in Council Bluffs at 216 Elmwood Dr, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503 generates $2,159/mo in rent and, after a $1,101/mo payment, leaves $698/mo in cash flow. Total monthly income is $2,159/mo, and annual cash flow is $8,376/yr on $74,588 invested. Return on cash invested sits at 31.14% in year one, and rental yield is 11.51% on a $225,000 entry. Equity gained on principal adds $1,452/yr, while 5% annual appreciation builds toward $62,163 over five years. Five-year ROI reaches 163.47% and total cumulative return in cash sums $121,929. For financing, investors can use Ziffy Mortgage’s DSCR loan, which considers $2,159/mo property income rather than buyer’s personal income.
Single Family
Built in 1954
7,475 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51503, Council Bluffs, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,228 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,261 (63.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,873 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,094 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $279,939 |
| Average Home Value | $335,167 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,841
Single Family
13,738
Multi-Family
2,103
Businesses
761
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Listed by: Memory Mescher • NP Dodge Real Estate - Council Bluffs
Mls Name: SWIAR
Mls ID: #25-1278
Disclaimer: Copyright Southwest Iowa Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.








