3256 Lake St NWRochesterMN55901



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3256 Lake St NW, Rochester, MN, 55901 in Rochester fits: $675,000, 5.61% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $186,490 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.61%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.04) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,217/yr in principal paydown and $186,490 in appreciation project a total return of $187,908.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,070) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Rochester 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 | $3,155 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,946 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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 1997
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55901, Rochester, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,737 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,386 (57.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,779 (36.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,572 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,339 |
| Average Home Value | $386,451 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
25,073
Single Family
19,103
Multi-Family
5,970
Businesses
1,299



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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 1997
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55901, Rochester, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,737 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,386 (57.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,779 (36.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,572 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,339 |
| Average Home Value | $386,451 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
25,073
Single Family
19,103
Multi-Family
5,970
Businesses
1,299
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