1204 W 5th StChicoCA95928



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1204 W 5th St, Chico, CA, 95928 in Chico fits: $549,000, 3.55% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $151,679 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.55%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.72) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,056/yr in principal paydown and $151,679 in appreciation project a total return of $103,753.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,969) | $200 |
City averages based on Chico market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,774 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,178 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1983
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95928, Chico, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,919 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,931 (38.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,500 (53.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,488 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $507,386 |
| Average Home Value | $561,987 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,740
Single Family
12,881
Multi-Family
3,859
Businesses
1,892



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1983
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95928, Chico, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,919 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,931 (38.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,500 (53.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,488 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $507,386 |
| Average Home Value | $561,987 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,740
Single Family
12,881
Multi-Family
3,859
Businesses
1,892
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Listed by: John Barroso • Parkway Real Estate Co.
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #SN25130160








