721 Columbus AveAlbert LeaMN56007
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeNot flashy, but dependably profitable, 721 Columbus Ave, Albert Lea, MN, 56007 in Albert Lea is listed at $179,900 and delivers $1,476/mo in rent and $353/mo in net monthly cash flow. The 9.85% yield and 1.82 DSCR provide the underwriting comfort Ziffy Mortgage needs to approve a DSCR loan without W-2 or tax-return documentation. Projected 5% annual appreciation adds $49,703 over five years, and $1,657/yr in principal reduction supplements cash return. Total projected cumulative return: $90,994.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $353 | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,476 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,052 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.40x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1947
6,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 56007, Albert Lea, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,809 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,318 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,698 (27.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $183,496 |
| Average Home Value | $231,635 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,333
Single Family
8,163
Multi-Family
1,170
Businesses
806
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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 1947
6,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 56007, Albert Lea, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,809 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,318 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,698 (27.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $183,496 |
| Average Home Value | $231,635 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,333
Single Family
8,163
Multi-Family
1,170
Businesses
806
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #7028088