527 College AveStorm LakeIA50588
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 527 College Ave, Storm Lake, IA, 50588 in Storm Lake worth study. Rental yield 5.14%. The 5.14% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $168,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $46,415 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $720/mo partially offsets the $755/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.95 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $40,107.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(371) | $150 |
City averages based on Storm Lake market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $720 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,024 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 1910
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50588, Storm Lake, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,962 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,950 (59.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,537 (31.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 475 ( 9.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $217,957 |
| Average Home Value | $295,617 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,706
Single Family
4,086
Multi-Family
620
Businesses
516
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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 1910
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50588, Storm Lake, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,962 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,950 (59.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,537 (31.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 475 ( 9.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $217,957 |
| Average Home Value | $295,617 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,706
Single Family
4,086
Multi-Family
620
Businesses
516
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Megan Jewell • Integrity Real Estate
Mls Name: Iowa Great Lakes BOR
Mls ID: #260024