1219 S Farmer AvenueTempeAZ85281



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 1219 S Farmer Avenue, Tempe, AZ, 85281 in Tempe worth study. Rental yield 3.1%. The 3.1% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,420,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $392,320 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $3,672/mo partially offsets the $6,385/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.58 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $232,915.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.1% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,722) | $300 |
City averages based on Tempe market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,672 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,829 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.47x |
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 1961
10,687 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85281, Tempe, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 28,459 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,724 (13.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 21,368 (75.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,367 (11.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $433,071 |
| Average Home Value | $478,334 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,294
Single Family
6,916
Multi-Family
12,378
Businesses
2,100



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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 1961
10,687 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85281, Tempe, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 28,459 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,724 (13.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 21,368 (75.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,367 (11.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $433,071 |
| Average Home Value | $478,334 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,294
Single Family
6,916
Multi-Family
12,378
Businesses
2,100
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