2356 Merlot StFort LuptonCO80621
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2356 Merlot St, Fort Lupton, CO, 80621 in Fort Lupton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.53%. At $337,995 with a 5.53% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $93,382 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.03) 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: $101,209.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 8.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(411) | $300 |
City averages based on Fort Lupton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,559 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,835 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 2026
2,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80621, Fort Lupton, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,625 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,243 (75.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,214 (21.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 168 ( 3.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $468,879 |
| Average Home Value | $534,785 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,306
Single Family
5,080
Multi-Family
226
Businesses
476
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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 2026
2,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80621, Fort Lupton, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,625 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,243 (75.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,214 (21.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 168 ( 3.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $468,879 |
| Average Home Value | $534,785 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,306
Single Family
5,080
Multi-Family
226
Businesses
476
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jodi Bright • DR Horton Realty LLC
Mls Name: IRES
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Mls ID: #1050523
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