1008 Meier DrChicoCA95926



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1008 Meier Dr, Chico, CA, 95926 in Chico is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.34%. At $469,000 with a 4.34% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $129,576 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.84) 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: $104,999.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,256) | $200 |
City averages based on Chico market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,769 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,715 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.65x |
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 1974
10,019 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95926, Chico, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,532 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,854 (39.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,482 (54.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,196 ( 6.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $479,496 |
| Average Home Value | $534,728 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,073
Single Family
12,262
Multi-Family
3,811
Businesses
1,313



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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 1974
10,019 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95926, Chico, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,532 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,854 (39.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,482 (54.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,196 ( 6.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $479,496 |
| Average Home Value | $534,728 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,073
Single Family
12,262
Multi-Family
3,811
Businesses
1,313
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Listed by: Jacob Darr • NextHome North Valley Realty
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #SN25180629








