5656 Brook View AveDes MoinesIA50317
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 5656 Brook View Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50317 in Des Moines is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.05%. The 5.05% gross yield at $399,500 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $110,374 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.94) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $93,205.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(915) | $450 |
City averages based on Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,680 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,436 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 2025
7,535 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50317, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,159 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,616 (65.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,615 (28.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 928 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $194,343 |
| Average Home Value | $254,761 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,138
Single Family
14,021
Multi-Family
1,117
Businesses
755
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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 2025
7,535 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50317, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,159 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,616 (65.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,615 (28.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 928 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $194,343 |
| Average Home Value | $254,761 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,138
Single Family
14,021
Multi-Family
1,117
Businesses
755
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Monja Burch • RE/MAX Precision
Mls Name: DMMLS
Mls ID: #730026