8896 W Branch RdDuluthMN55803
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingInvestors approaching the U.S. market with capital-preservation in mind will find 8896 W Branch Rd, Duluth, MN, 55803 in Duluth aligned with their strategy. Rental yield 6.62%. DSCR 1.23 and 6.62% yield provide a sound foundation. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR program enables non-U.S. residents to acquire without domestic credit. Over five years, 5% appreciation and $3,891/yr in paydown build toward a projected cumulative return of $140,418.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.6% | 5.6% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(309) | $650 |
City averages based on Duluth market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,329 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,470 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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 1951
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55803, Duluth, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,457 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,987 (70.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,401 (16.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,069 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $371,529 |
| Average Home Value | $418,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,049
Single Family
7,214
Multi-Family
835
Businesses
380
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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 1951
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55803, Duluth, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,457 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,987 (70.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,401 (16.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,069 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $371,529 |
| Average Home Value | $418,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,049
Single Family
7,214
Multi-Family
835
Businesses
380
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kevin O'Brien • Messina & Associates Real Estate
Mls Name: Lake Superior Area Realtors
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #6119272
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