4089 First Lake RdElyMN55731
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 5.38% gross rental yield, 4089 First Lake Rd, Ely, MN, 55731 in Ely is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $535,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $147,811 by year five, with $4,927/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.00) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $142,440.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(941) | $600 |
City averages based on Ely market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,400 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,128 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 2009
18 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55731, Ely, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,875 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,036 (41.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 675 (13.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,164 (44.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $269,626 |
| Average Home Value | $319,896 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,274
Single Family
3,079
Multi-Family
195
Businesses
379
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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 2009
18 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55731, Ely, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,875 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,036 (41.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 675 (13.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,164 (44.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $269,626 |
| Average Home Value | $319,896 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,274
Single Family
3,079
Multi-Family
195
Businesses
379
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Janet Erchul • Ely Realty
Mls Name: Lake Superior Area Realtors
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Mls ID: #6119899
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