2525 E 2nd StDuluthMN55812
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2525 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN, 55812 in Duluth is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.27%. At $1,095,000 with a 3.27% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $302,528 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.61) 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: $156,469.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.3% | 5.6% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,037) | $650 |
City averages based on Duluth market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,980 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,581 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.45x |
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 1909
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55812, Duluth, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,847 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,525 (39.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,024 (52.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 298 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $382,580 |
| Average Home Value | $441,516 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,696
Single Family
2,908
Multi-Family
788
Businesses
151
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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 1909
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55812, Duluth, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,847 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,525 (39.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,024 (52.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 298 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $382,580 |
| Average Home Value | $441,516 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,696
Single Family
2,908
Multi-Family
788
Businesses
151
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tom Little • RE/MAX Results
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