1170 Cotter WayHaywardCA94541



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1170 Cotter Way, Hayward, CA, 94541 in Hayward is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.99%. At $888,000 with a 5.99% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $245,338 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.11) 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: $268,460.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,061) | $800 |
City averages based on Hayward market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,433 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,140 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 1929
7,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94541, Hayward, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,767 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,638 (40.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,938 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,191 ( 5.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $849,696 |
| Average Home Value | $970,695 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,893
Single Family
16,924
Multi-Family
5,969
Businesses
1,624



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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 1929
7,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94541, Hayward, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,767 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,638 (40.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,938 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,191 ( 5.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $849,696 |
| Average Home Value | $970,695 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,893
Single Family
16,924
Multi-Family
5,969
Businesses
1,624
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Listed by: Claudia Wales • Bay Area Realty Investments
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82017470








