4236 Boyd StDes MoinesIA50317



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 4236 Boyd St, Des Moines, IA, 50317 in Des Moines fits: $260,000, 5.98% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $71,833 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.98%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.11) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $2,395/yr in principal paydown and $71,833 in appreciation project a total return of $73,665.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(393) | $450 |
City averages based on Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,296 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,585 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1978
9,016 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50317, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,159 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,616 (65.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,615 (28.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 928 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $194,343 |
| Average Home Value | $254,761 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,138
Single Family
14,021
Multi-Family
1,117
Businesses
755



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1978
9,016 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50317, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,159 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,616 (65.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,615 (28.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 928 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $194,343 |
| Average Home Value | $254,761 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,138
Single Family
14,021
Multi-Family
1,117
Businesses
755
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Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: DMMLS
Mls ID: #737305








