905 18th StDes MoinesIA50314
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play905 18th St, Des Moines, IA, 50314 in Des Moines is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.69%. At $489,900 with a 2.69% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $135,350 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.50) 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: $52,414.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,082) | $450 |
City averages based on Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,099 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,987 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.37x |
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 1880
7,492 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50314, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,989 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,688 (33.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,661 (53.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 640 (12.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $168,263 |
| Average Home Value | $200,574 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,535
Single Family
3,252
Multi-Family
1,283
Businesses
370
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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 1880
7,492 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50314, Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,989 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,688 (33.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,661 (53.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 640 (12.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $168,263 |
| Average Home Value | $200,574 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,535
Single Family
3,252
Multi-Family
1,283
Businesses
370
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: DMMLS
Mls ID: #738432