5525 Mount Elbert DrLake CityCO81235



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 5525 Mount Elbert Dr, Lake City, CO, 81235 in Lake City. Rental yield 2.85%. At $1,299,000 with 2.85% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $358,890 in new equity by year five, complemented by $11,964/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.53) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $202,158.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,482) | $1,000 |
City averages based on Lake City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,089 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,054 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.44x |
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 1998
1.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 81235, Lake City, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 994 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 259 (26.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 91 ( 9.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 644 (64.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $494,262 |
| Average Home Value | $627,529 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
39
Single Family
39
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
88



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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 1998
1.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 81235, Lake City, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 994 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 259 (26.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 91 ( 9.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 644 (64.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $494,262 |
| Average Home Value | $627,529 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
39
Single Family
39
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
88
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Listed by: Jeff Worthen • Hall Realty, Inc.
Mls Name: CREN
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #812261
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