1200 W Sherwin Ave APT 2KChicagoIL60626
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1200 W Sherwin Ave APT 2K, Chicago, IL, 60626 in Chicago is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.07%. The 5.07% gross yield at $649,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $179,307 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.94) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $134,851.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,782) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago 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 | $2,740 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,243 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.65x |
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 1923
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60626, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 27,128 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,719 (24.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 18,203 (67.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,206 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,554 |
| Average Home Value | $392,279 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,710
Single Family
2,336
Multi-Family
22,374
Businesses
779
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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 1923
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60626, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 27,128 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,719 (24.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 18,203 (67.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,206 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,554 |
| Average Home Value | $392,279 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,710
Single Family
2,336
Multi-Family
22,374
Businesses
779
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices