285 Lava StIdaho FallsID83402



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 285 Lava St, Idaho Falls, ID, 83402 in Idaho Falls is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.88%. The 2.88% gross yield at $475,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $131,234 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.53) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $76,694.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.9% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,594) | $350 |
City averages based on Idaho Falls market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,139 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,544 |
| 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.
Multi Family
Built in 1920
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 83402, Idaho Falls, ID area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,782 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,667 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,234 (33.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 881 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $349,931 |
| Average Home Value | $381,138 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,881
Single Family
10,988
Multi-Family
893
Businesses
1,362



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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 1920
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 83402, Idaho Falls, ID area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,782 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,667 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,234 (33.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 881 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $349,931 |
| Average Home Value | $381,138 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,881
Single Family
10,988
Multi-Family
893
Businesses
1,362
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Listed by: Clint Jeppesen • Silvercreek Realty Group
Mls Name: SRMLS
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Mls ID: #2173107
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