120 E Scranton Ave #102Lake BluffIL60044
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 120 E Scranton Ave #102, Lake Bluff, IL, 60044 in Lake Bluff. Rental yield 1.74%. At $1,657,500 with 1.74% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $457,937 in new equity by year five, complemented by $15,266/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.32) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.7% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(10,297) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Lake Bluff market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,400 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,037 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.20x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,200 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60044, Lake Bluff, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,469 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,046 (68.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,140 (25.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $570,313 |
| Average Home Value | $665,553 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,240
Single Family
3,426
Multi-Family
814
Businesses
682
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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
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,200 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60044, Lake Bluff, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,469 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,046 (68.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,140 (25.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $570,313 |
| Average Home Value | $665,553 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,240
Single Family
3,426
Multi-Family
814
Businesses
682
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Susan Amory Weninger • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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