1230 Grayson AveSaint HelenaCA94574
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1230 Grayson Ave, Saint Helena, CA, 94574 in Saint Helena is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.17%. At $1,169,000 with a 5.17% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $322,973 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.96) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $284,401.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,488) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Saint Helena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,039 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,062 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.71x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 1930
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94574, Saint Helena, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,240 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,866 (44.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,437 (33.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 937 (22.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,714,286 |
| Average Home Value | $1,630,202 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,116
Single Family
3,579
Multi-Family
537
Businesses
862
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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
Single Family
Built in 1930
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94574, Saint Helena, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,240 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,866 (44.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,437 (33.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 937 (22.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,714,286 |
| Average Home Value | $1,630,202 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,116
Single Family
3,579
Multi-Family
537
Businesses
862
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices