538 17th Ave SBrookingsSD57006
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity Builder538 17th Ave S, Brookings, SD, 57006 in Brookings earns a respectable 7.76% gross yield at $349,000, but after the $1,569/mo mortgage the net cash flow is $52/mo, a tight but positive spread. Expense discipline (vacancy, management, maintenance) will determine whether the margin widens. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.29) still qualifies on property income; a larger down payment can improve the cash-flow buffer. Long-term, 5% appreciation projects $96,422 over five years, making equity the dominant return driver. Total projected return: $121,130.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.8% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $52 | $850 |
City averages based on Brookings market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,028 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,067 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.98x |
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 1970
0.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 57006, Brookings, SD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,948 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,648 (47.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,963 (41.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,337 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $287,661 |
| Average Home Value | $318,758 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,158
Single Family
8,175
Multi-Family
2,983
Businesses
935
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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 1970
0.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 57006, Brookings, SD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,948 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,648 (47.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,963 (41.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,337 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $287,661 |
| Average Home Value | $318,758 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,158
Single Family
8,175
Multi-Family
2,983
Businesses
935
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Amanda K Buell • Hegg, REALTORS
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