10240 W Ferndale DrManitou BeachMI49253
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play10240 W Ferndale Dr, Manitou Beach, MI, 49253 in Manitou Beach is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.94%. At $860,000 with a 2.94% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $237,602 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.54) 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: $98,250.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.9% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,564) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Manitou Beach market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,107 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,329 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.40x |
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 1940
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49253, Manitou Beach, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,180 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,131 (51.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 195 ( 8.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 854 (39.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $338,393 |
| Average Home Value | $436,514 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,576
Single Family
1,576
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
42
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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 1940
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49253, Manitou Beach, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,180 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,131 (51.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 195 ( 8.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 854 (39.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $338,393 |
| Average Home Value | $436,514 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,576
Single Family
1,576
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
42
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Listed by: Bernice Glass • Front Street Realty
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