1136 31st Avenue SSeattleWA98144
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 1136 31st Avenue S, Seattle, WA, 98144 in Seattle worth study. Rental yield 4.03%. The 4.03% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,874,995, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $518,027 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $6,304/mo partially offsets the $8,431/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.75 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $389,919.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,967) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,304 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,525 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 2025
3,902 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98144, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,585 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,110 (40.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,988 (51.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,487 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $954,137 |
| Average Home Value | $1,148,559 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,571
Single Family
9,141
Multi-Family
8,430
Businesses
880
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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 2025
3,902 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98144, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,585 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,110 (40.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,988 (51.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,487 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $954,137 |
| Average Home Value | $1,148,559 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,571
Single Family
9,141
Multi-Family
8,430
Businesses
880
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Michael Orbino • COMPASS
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2422058