516 S Meldrum StFort CollinsCO80521
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 516 S Meldrum St, Fort Collins, CO, 80521 in Fort Collins fits: $1,325,000, 4.27% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $366,073 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.27%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.79) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,203/yr in principal paydown and $366,073 in appreciation project a total return of $307,175.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,002) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
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 | $4,720 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,195 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1901
7,078 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80521, Fort Collins, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,428 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,544 (31.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,758 (60.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,126 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $659,235 |
| Average Home Value | $725,069 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,093
Single Family
10,239
Multi-Family
3,854
Businesses
453
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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 1901
7,078 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80521, Fort Collins, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,428 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,544 (31.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,758 (60.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,126 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $659,235 |
| Average Home Value | $725,069 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,093
Single Family
10,239
Multi-Family
3,854
Businesses
453
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #1055279