216 Meadow LnIowa FallsIA50126
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play216 Meadow Ln, Iowa Falls, IA, 50126 in Iowa Falls is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.92%. At $239,000 with a 3.92% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $66,031 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.73) 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: $41,257.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(772) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $780 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,457 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.54x |
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 1970
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50126, Iowa Falls, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,098 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,928 (62.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 779 (25.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $134,118 |
| Average Home Value | $157,281 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,960
Single Family
2,739
Multi-Family
221
Businesses
386
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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 1970
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50126, Iowa Falls, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,098 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,928 (62.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 779 (25.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $134,118 |
| Average Home Value | $157,281 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,960
Single Family
2,739
Multi-Family
221
Businesses
386
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