10 Pond PathNew BuffaloMI49117



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play10 Pond Path, New Buffalo, MI, 49117 in New Buffalo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.04%. At $739,900 with a 5.04% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $204,421 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.93) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $150,756.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,057) | $350 |
City averages based on New Buffalo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,105 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,868 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 2003
6,969 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$283 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49117, New Buffalo, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,714 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,448 (39.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 312 ( 8.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,954 (52.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $451,934 |
| Average Home Value | $642,089 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,499
Single Family
2,495
Multi-Family
4
Businesses
315



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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 2003
6,969 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$283 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49117, New Buffalo, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,714 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,448 (39.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 312 ( 8.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,954 (52.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $451,934 |
| Average Home Value | $642,089 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,499
Single Family
2,495
Multi-Family
4
Businesses
315
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Listed by: Betty M Biernacki • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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