521 Fundamental WayCottage GroveWI53527
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity Builder521 Fundamental Way, Cottage Grove, WI, 53527 in Cottage Grove is a stable, well-positioned rental at $624,900. Rental yield 7.09%. DSCR 1.31 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage without U.S. income documentation. Over five years, 5% appreciation adds $172,648 in value and $5,755/yr in principal paydown builds equity, a total projected return of $206,077.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.1% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(501) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,692 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,945 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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 2026
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 53527, Cottage Grove, WI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,716 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,351 (71.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,244 (26.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 121 ( 2.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $468,727 |
| Average Home Value | $495,434 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,800
Single Family
4,001
Multi-Family
799
Businesses
262
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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 2026
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 53527, Cottage Grove, WI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,716 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,351 (71.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,244 (26.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 121 ( 2.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $468,727 |
| Average Home Value | $495,434 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,800
Single Family
4,001
Multi-Family
799
Businesses
262
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Aeryn Barry • Tim O'Brien Homes LLC
Mls Name: WIREX MLS
Mls ID: #2012796