11853 12th Avenue SSeattleWA98168



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play11853 12th Avenue S, Seattle, WA, 98168 in Seattle is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.5%. At $694,000 with a 5.5% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $191,739 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.02) 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: $199,079.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(988) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,184 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,896 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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 1900
7,174 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98168, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,207 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,005 (53.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,723 (43.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 479 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $624,312 |
| Average Home Value | $682,764 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,835
Single Family
8,997
Multi-Family
3,838
Businesses
1,015



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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 1900
7,174 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98168, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,207 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,005 (53.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,723 (43.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 479 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $624,312 |
| Average Home Value | $682,764 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,835
Single Family
8,997
Multi-Family
3,838
Businesses
1,015
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Listed by: Natalia Duta • John L. Scott Mill Creek
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2437215








