400 E Locust St UNIT 209Des MoinesIA50309



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid Income400 E Locust St UNIT 209, Des Moines, IA, 50309 in Des Moines carries a 1.81 coverage ratio, rent of $1,508/mo is 1.81 times the $831/mo payment. Rental yield 9.79%. That margin gives both the investor and Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR underwriting a comfortable buffer at a $184,900 acquisition price. No U.S. credit or income documentation required. Five-year appreciation adds $51,084; total projected cumulative return: $60,488.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.8% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(188) | $450 |
City averages based on Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,508 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,622 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.93x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2005
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$474 monthly 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


Condo
Built in 2005
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$474 monthly HOA
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Listed by: HOLLY CRAIGER • Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Mls Name: DMMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #710098
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