725 Spring StGrinnellIA50112



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 1.07% gross rental yield, 725 Spring St, Grinnell, IA, 50112 in Grinnell is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $1,415,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $390,938 by year five, with $13,032/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.20) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $28,497.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.1% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,924) | $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 | $1,266 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,627 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.15x |
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 1900
3.20 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50112, Grinnell, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,090 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,108 (61.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,540 (30.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 442 ( 8.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $216,307 |
| Average Home Value | $256,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,778
Single Family
4,187
Multi-Family
591
Businesses
414



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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 1900
3.20 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50112, Grinnell, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,090 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,108 (61.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,540 (30.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 442 ( 8.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $216,307 |
| Average Home Value | $256,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,778
Single Family
4,187
Multi-Family
591
Businesses
414
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