2427 Petsel PlIowa CityIA52246
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2427 Petsel Pl, Iowa City, IA, 52246 in Iowa City is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.2%. At $500,000 with a 3.2% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $138,141 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.59) 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: $67,095.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,914) | $850 |
City averages based on Iowa City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,333 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,048 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.44x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1981
0.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52246, Iowa City, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,176 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,491 (40.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,831 (52.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 854 ( 7.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $358,257 |
| Average Home Value | $409,004 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,652
Single Family
6,750
Multi-Family
3,902
Businesses
346
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1981
0.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52246, Iowa City, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,176 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,491 (40.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,831 (52.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 854 ( 7.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $358,257 |
| Average Home Value | $409,004 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,652
Single Family
6,750
Multi-Family
3,902
Businesses
346
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
