238 NE 62nd StAnkenyIA50021



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 238 NE 62nd St, Ankeny, IA, 50021 in Ankeny is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.53%. The 5.53% gross yield at $615,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $169,913 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.03) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $159,134.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,165) | $850 |
City averages based on Ankeny market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,836 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,756 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 2023
9,104 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$75 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50021, Ankeny, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,241 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,358 (70.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,177 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 706 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $345,766 |
| Average Home Value | $362,006 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,385
Single Family
11,141
Multi-Family
2,244
Businesses
1,021



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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 2023
9,104 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$75 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50021, Ankeny, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,241 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,358 (70.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,177 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 706 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $345,766 |
| Average Home Value | $362,006 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,385
Single Family
11,141
Multi-Family
2,244
Businesses
1,021
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Listed by: Chris Kew • RE/MAX Precision
Mls Name: DMMLS
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Mls ID: #729923
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