407 Wallace AveDuluthMN55812



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 3.28% gross rental yield, 407 Wallace Ave, Duluth, MN, 55812 in Duluth is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $1,089,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $300,871 by year five, with $10,030/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.61) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $167,339.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.3% | 5.6% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,821) | $650 |
City averages based on Duluth market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,980 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,367 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.47x |
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 1917
0.98 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55812, Duluth, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,847 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,525 (39.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,024 (52.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 298 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $382,580 |
| Average Home Value | $441,516 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,696
Single Family
2,908
Multi-Family
788
Businesses
151



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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 1917
0.98 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55812, Duluth, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,847 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,525 (39.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,024 (52.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 298 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $382,580 |
| Average Home Value | $441,516 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,696
Single Family
2,908
Multi-Family
788
Businesses
151
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Listed by: Deanna Bennett • Messina & Associates Real Estate
Mls Name: Lake Superior Area Realtors
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Mls ID: #6117870
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