455 Larkspur WaySheldonIA51201
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 455 Larkspur Way, Sheldon, IA, 51201 in Sheldon is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.89%. The 3.89% gross yield at $250,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $69,070 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.72) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $42,769.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(814) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Sheldon market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $810 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,524 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 2024
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51201, Sheldon, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,830 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,698 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 828 (29.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 304 (10.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $192,725 |
| Average Home Value | $227,967 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,870
Single Family
2,509
Multi-Family
361
Businesses
307
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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 2024
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51201, Sheldon, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,830 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,698 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 828 (29.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 304 (10.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $192,725 |
| Average Home Value | $227,967 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,870
Single Family
2,509
Multi-Family
361
Businesses
307
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Darla Van't Hul • 712 Realty
Mls Name: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR
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Mls ID: #826921
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