501 1st AveRock RapidsIA51246
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeAt $299,000, 501 1st Ave, Rock Rapids, IA, 51246 in Rock Rapids generates $2,116/mo in rent (8.49% yield) but nets only $174/mo after debt service. The spread is thin, manageable for investors comfortable with low-margin holds who are buying into the 5% annual appreciation thesis. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.57) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without personal income checks. A larger down payment reduces the monthly debt load and widens the margin. Five-year appreciation: $82,608. Total projected return: $125,028.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $174 | $150 |
City averages based on Rock Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,116 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,823 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.16x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1919
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51246, Rock Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,189 (73.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 297 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $247,222 |
| Average Home Value | $378,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,506
Single Family
1,422
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
166
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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 1919
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 51246, Rock Rapids, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,189 (73.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 297 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 135 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $247,222 |
| Average Home Value | $378,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,506
Single Family
1,422
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
166
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Northwest Iowa Regional BOR
Mls ID: #832142