4186 Fox Ridge DrHelenaMT59602
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 4186 Fox Ridge Dr, Helena, MT, 59602 in Helena is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.7%. The 5.7% gross yield at $789,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $217,986 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.07) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $240,415.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(934) | $300 |
City averages based on Helena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,779 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,364 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.87x |
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 1996
0.55 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$800 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59602, Helena, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,543 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,271 (75.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,250 (16.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,022 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $439,746 |
| Average Home Value | $499,065 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,446
Single Family
12,445
Multi-Family
1
Businesses
412
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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 1996
0.55 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$800 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59602, Helena, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,543 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,271 (75.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,250 (16.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,022 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $439,746 |
| Average Home Value | $499,065 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,446
Single Family
12,445
Multi-Family
1
Businesses
412
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Freda Wilkinson • Big Sky Brokers, LLC
Mls Name: MRMLS
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Mls ID: #30038687
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