217 49th StDes MoinesIA50312



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 2.79% gross rental yield, 217 49th St, Des Moines, IA, 50312 in Des Moines is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $1,550,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $428,236 by year five, with $14,276/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.52) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $173,628.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.8% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,466) | $450 |
City averages based on Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,600 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,450 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.38x |
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 1991
0.79 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50312, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,317 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,524 (54.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,187 (38.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 606 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $380,171 |
| Average Home Value | $451,211 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,800
Single Family
4,803
Multi-Family
2,997
Businesses
458



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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 1991
0.79 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50312, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,317 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,524 (54.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,187 (38.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 606 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $380,171 |
| Average Home Value | $451,211 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,800
Single Family
4,803
Multi-Family
2,997
Businesses
458
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Listed by: Martha Miller Johnson • RE/MAX Concepts
Mls Name: DMMLS
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Mls ID: #736147
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