1211 S Prairie Ave APT 3901ChicagoIL60605
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 1211 S Prairie Ave APT 3901, Chicago, IL, 60605 in Chicago at $1,999,000, 3.65% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 3.65%. The $6,076/mo rent partially funds the $8,989/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $552,287 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.68) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $263,215.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(10,995) | $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 | $6,076 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $13,070 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.46x |
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 2008
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60605, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,547 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,539 (32.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,603 (53.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,405 (14.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $472,201 |
| Average Home Value | $575,433 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,878
Single Family
1,088
Multi-Family
19,790
Businesses
960
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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 2008
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60605, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,547 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,539 (32.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,603 (53.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,405 (14.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $472,201 |
| Average Home Value | $575,433 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,878
Single Family
1,088
Multi-Family
19,790
Businesses
960
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