321 Jefferson StWapelloIA52653



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play321 Jefferson St, Wapello, IA, 52653 in Wapello is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.34%. At $198,900 with a 4.34% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $54,952 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.81) 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: $38,914.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(572) | $300 |
City averages based on Wapello market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $720 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,213 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.59x |
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 1900
0.57 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52653, Wapello, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,632 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,125 (68.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 269 (16.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 238 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $157,972 |
| Average Home Value | $196,427 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,362
Single Family
1,331
Multi-Family
31
Businesses
118



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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 1900
0.57 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 52653, Wapello, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,632 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,125 (68.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 269 (16.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 238 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $157,972 |
| Average Home Value | $196,427 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,362
Single Family
1,331
Multi-Family
31
Businesses
118
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