609 Pelican DrPolk CityIA50226
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 609 Pelican Dr, Polk City, IA, 50226 in Polk City fits: $849,900, 3.9% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $234,812 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.9%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.72) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $7,828/yr in principal paydown and $234,812 in appreciation project a total return of $145,837.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,760) | $300 |
City averages based on Polk City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,760 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,182 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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
0.32 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50226, Polk City, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,670 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,179 (81.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 357 (13.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 134 ( 5.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $407,500 |
| Average Home Value | $431,136 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,705
Single Family
2,680
Multi-Family
25
Businesses
124
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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
0.32 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50226, Polk City, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,670 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,179 (81.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 357 (13.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 134 ( 5.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $407,500 |
| Average Home Value | $431,136 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,705
Single Family
2,680
Multi-Family
25
Businesses
124
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices