1215 Highbluff AveSan MarcosCA92078

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 1215 Highbluff Ave, San Marcos, CA, 92078 in San Marcos worth study. Rental yield 5.93%. The 5.93% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $885,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $244,509 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $4,374/mo partially offsets the $3,980/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.10 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $264,703.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,101) | $300 |
City averages based on San Marcos market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,374 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,123 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 2004
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92078, San Marcos, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,488 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,924 (66.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,628 (28.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 936 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $963,925 |
| Average Home Value | $1,041,277 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,839
Single Family
16,170
Multi-Family
2,669
Businesses
1,462



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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 2004
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92078, San Marcos, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,488 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,924 (66.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,628 (28.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 936 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $963,925 |
| Average Home Value | $1,041,277 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,839
Single Family
16,170
Multi-Family
2,669
Businesses
1,462
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Listed by: Jana Greene • Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #NDP2507420








