611 Kellogg AveAmesIA50010
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 611 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA, 50010 in Ames fits: $331,000, 4.13% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $91,449 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.13%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.77) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,049/yr in principal paydown and $91,449 in appreciation project a total return of $61,028.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,010) | $450 |
City averages based on Ames market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,140 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,018 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1920
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50010, Ames, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,803 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,674 (48.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,803 (43.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,326 ( 8.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $278,739 |
| Average Home Value | $316,851 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,863
Single Family
11,095
Multi-Family
3,768
Businesses
1,547
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1920
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50010, Ames, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,803 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,674 (48.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,803 (43.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,326 ( 8.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $278,739 |
| Average Home Value | $316,851 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,863
Single Family
11,095
Multi-Family
3,768
Businesses
1,547
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices