1 Baldwin Ave APT 214San MateoCA94401

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeThe headline number at 1 Baldwin Ave APT 214, San Mateo, CA, 94401 in San Mateo is the 1.76 coverage ratio: rent of $1,572/mo versus a $895/mo debt payment on a $199,000 property. Rental yield 9.48%. That margin is what gives Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan the coverage it needs for a clean, fast approval, no W-2s, no U.S. residency. Appreciation at 5%/yr projects $54,980 by year five, with $1,833/yr in equity from paydown.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,883) | $300 |
City averages based on San Mateo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,572 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,375 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.21x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1988
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$5,864 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94401, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,445 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,284 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,313 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,290,449 |
| Average Home Value | $1,349,689 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,397
Single Family
5,899
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,487



Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices

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


Condo
Built in 1988
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$5,864 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94401, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,445 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,284 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,313 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,290,449 |
| Average Home Value | $1,349,689 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,397
Single Family
5,899
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,487
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices



Listed by: Scott Withrow • Bay Area Senior Services
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #ML81987101
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-02-11 10:31:55 PST. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.








