525 Waterbury CirDes MoinesIA50312



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 525 Waterbury Cir, Des Moines, IA, 50312 in Des Moines fits: $560,000, 5.47% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $154,718 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.47%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.01) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,158/yr in principal paydown and $154,718 in appreciation project a total return of $143,401.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,083) | $450 |
City averages based on Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,554 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,414 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 1924
9,191 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50312, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,317 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,524 (54.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,187 (38.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 606 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $380,171 |
| Average Home Value | $451,211 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,800
Single Family
4,803
Multi-Family
2,997
Businesses
458



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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 1924
9,191 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50312, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,317 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,524 (54.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,187 (38.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 606 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $380,171 |
| Average Home Value | $451,211 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,800
Single Family
4,803
Multi-Family
2,997
Businesses
458
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Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: DMMLS
Mls ID: #734081







