101 Shell Dr #308WatsonvilleCA95076
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 101 Shell Dr #308, Watsonville, CA, 95076 in Watsonville fits: $1,400,000, 4.87% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $386,794 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.87%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.90) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,894/yr in principal paydown and $386,794 in appreciation project a total return of $288,363.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,826) | $450 |
City averages based on Watsonville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,682 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,951 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.63x |
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 1974
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$2,444 quarterly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95076, Watsonville, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,961 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,096 (48.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,111 (44.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,754 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $774,250 |
| Average Home Value | $938,782 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,811
Single Family
21,245
Multi-Family
1,566
Businesses
1,912
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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
Condo
Built in 1974
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$2,444 quarterly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95076, Watsonville, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,961 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,096 (48.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,111 (44.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,754 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $774,250 |
| Average Home Value | $938,782 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,811
Single Family
21,245
Multi-Family
1,566
Businesses
1,912
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices