31162 Y AveUnionIA50258



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 31162 Y Ave, Union, IA, 50258 in Union is capital appreciation. Rental yield 1.77%. The 1.77% gross yield at $284,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $78,713 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.33) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $16,490.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.8% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,429) | $300 |
City averages based on Union market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $421 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,737 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.24x |
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 1852
2.14 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50258, Union, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 373 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 270 (72.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 51 (13.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 52 (13.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $158,333 |
| Average Home Value | $224,898 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
211
Single Family
211
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
27



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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 1852
2.14 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50258, Union, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 373 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 270 (72.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 51 (13.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 52 (13.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $158,333 |
| Average Home Value | $224,898 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
211
Single Family
211
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
27
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Listed by: Gabrielle Mitchell • Oakridge Real Estate
Mls Name: Iowa AOR
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Mls ID: #6324246
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