3016 Cottontail LnAmesIA50014

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderCapital preservation and steady income define 3016 Cottontail Ln, Ames, IA, 50014 in Ames. Rental yield 7.08%. The 1.31 coverage passes Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR threshold for non-U.S. residents. Five-year appreciation of $120,625 and $4,021/yr in principal reduction project total return of $149,464.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.1% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(259) | $450 |
City averages based on Ames market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,576 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,662 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.97x |
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 2012
8,624 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA



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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 2012
8,624 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
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