8 Dorset RdMendota HeightsMN55118
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play8 Dorset Rd, Mendota Heights, MN, 55118 in Mendota Heights is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.54%. At $1,599,000 with a 3.54% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $441,774 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.66) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $267,790.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.5% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,267) | $320 |
City averages based on Mendota Heights market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,718 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,349 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.50x |
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 1949
0.39 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55118, Saint Paul, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,665 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,126 (59.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,899 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 640 ( 4.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $423,091 |
| Average Home Value | $490,785 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,700
Single Family
8,258
Multi-Family
5,442
Businesses
759
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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 1949
0.39 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55118, Saint Paul, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,665 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,126 (59.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,899 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 640 ( 4.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $423,091 |
| Average Home Value | $490,785 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,700
Single Family
8,258
Multi-Family
5,442
Businesses
759
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Thomas R. Distad • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #6798658