918-920 W 4th StWaterlooIA50702



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingRental yield 6.06%. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $52,493, and $1,750/yr in principal equity projects total return of $54,687.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.1% | 8.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(274) | $325 |
City averages based on Waterloo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $960 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,158 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 1950
10,070 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50702, Waterloo, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,610 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,353 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,444 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 813 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $152,827 |
| Average Home Value | $176,096 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,934
Single Family
7,410
Multi-Family
1,524
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


Multi Family
Built in 1950
10,070 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50702, Waterloo, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,610 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,353 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,444 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 813 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $152,827 |
| Average Home Value | $176,096 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,934
Single Family
7,410
Multi-Family
1,524
Businesses
759
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