438 Buck View RdElyMN55731
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 438 Buck View Rd, Ely, MN, 55731 in Ely fits: $695,000, 4.14% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $192,016 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.14%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.77) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,401/yr in principal paydown and $192,016 in appreciation project a total return of $138,880.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,940) | $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 | $4,063 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.59x |
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 1970
1.20 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 1970
1.20 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