Vista Plan, Forest PlaceWest Des MoinesIA50266
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider Vista Plan, Forest Place, West Des Moines, IA, 50266 in West Des Moines. Rental yield 2.97%. At $1,260,000 with 2.97% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $348,115 in new equity by year five, complemented by $11,605/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.55) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $133,419.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,399) | $1,250 |
City averages based on West Des Moines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,114 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,012 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$330 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50266, West Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,158 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,448 (46.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,717 (43.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,993 ( 9.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $398,812 |
| Average Home Value | $442,652 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,201
Single Family
11,911
Multi-Family
7,290
Businesses
1,810
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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
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$330 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 50266, West Des Moines, IA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,158 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,448 (46.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,717 (43.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,993 ( 9.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $398,812 |
| Average Home Value | $442,652 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,201
Single Family
11,911
Multi-Family
7,290
Businesses
1,810
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • Embarq Signature Homes
Mls Name: Embarq Signature Homes
Mls ID: #N/A