2453 Elm DrFort DodgeIA50501
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 2453 Elm Dr, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 in Fort Dodge. Rental yield 4.06%. At $750,000 with 4.06% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $207,211 in new equity by year five, complemented by $6,908/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.76) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $137,332.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,333) | $150 |
City averages based on Fort Dodge market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,570 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,572 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 N/A
1.08 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50501, Fort Dodge, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,107 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,476 (57.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,971 (30.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,660 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $161,154 |
| Average Home Value | $209,301 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,306
Single Family
11,143
Multi-Family
1,163
Businesses
1,207
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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 N/A
1.08 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50501, Fort Dodge, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,107 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,476 (57.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,971 (30.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,660 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $161,154 |
| Average Home Value | $209,301 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,306
Single Family
11,143
Multi-Family
1,163
Businesses
1,207
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jim Schwan • Legacy Realty Group, LLC
Mls Name: Fort Dodge BOR
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #26172
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