318 Ford RdEmmetsburgIA50536
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 318 Ford Rd, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536 in Emmetsburg is capital appreciation. Rental yield 1.66%. The 1.66% gross yield at $650,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $179,583 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.31) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $33,575.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.7% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,321) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Emmetsburg market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $900 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,963 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.23x |
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 2000
0.72 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50536, Emmetsburg, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,123 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,274 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 524 (24.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 325 (15.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $154,321 |
| Average Home Value | $220,795 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,839
Single Family
1,700
Multi-Family
139
Businesses
213
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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 2000
0.72 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50536, Emmetsburg, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,123 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,274 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 524 (24.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 325 (15.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $154,321 |
| Average Home Value | $220,795 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,839
Single Family
1,700
Multi-Family
139
Businesses
213
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Thomas Geelan • Farm & Home Services
Mls Name: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #6325580