LOT 15 Denver StWaterlooIA50702
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at LOT 15 Denver St, Waterloo, IA, 50702 in Waterloo is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.08%. The 5.08% gross yield at $269,148 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $74,361 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.94) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $63,337.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 8.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(608) | $325 |
City averages based on Waterloo 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 | $1,140 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,641 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 2026
8,276 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
Single Family
Built in 2026
8,276 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
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices