1160 S M 140WatervlietMI49098
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1160 S M 140, Watervliet, MI, 49098 in Watervliet is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 1.32%. At $1,249,950 with a 1.32% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $345,338 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.25) 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: $34,551.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.3% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,863) | $500 |
City averages based on Watervliet market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,380 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,745 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.18x |
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 2018
20.01 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49098, Watervliet, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,880 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,776 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 544 (18.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 (19.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $207,993 |
| Average Home Value | $291,250 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,643
Single Family
2,548
Multi-Family
95
Businesses
165
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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 2018
20.01 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49098, Watervliet, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,880 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,776 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 544 (18.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 (19.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $207,993 |
| Average Home Value | $291,250 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,643
Single Family
2,548
Multi-Family
95
Businesses
165
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Matt Mulder • eXp Realty LLC
Mls Name: MichRIC
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