1040 McDonald WayBakersfieldCA93309
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1040 McDonald Way, Bakersfield, CA, 93309 in Bakersfield is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.61%. At $716,000 with a 2.61% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $197,818 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.47) 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: $63,696.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,162) | $450 |
City averages based on Bakersfield market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,521 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,488 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.34x |
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 1977
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93309, Bakersfield, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,423 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,395 (44.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,080 (51.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 948 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $339,528 |
| Average Home Value | $381,559 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,812
Single Family
16,852
Multi-Family
5,960
Businesses
1,800
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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 1977
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93309, Bakersfield, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,423 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,395 (44.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,080 (51.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 948 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $339,528 |
| Average Home Value | $381,559 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,812
Single Family
16,852
Multi-Family
5,960
Businesses
1,800
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Theresa Olson • Keller Williams Realty
Mls Name: Bakersfield AOR
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Mls ID: #202506588
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