1234 12th St UNIT 5Santa MonicaCA90401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1234 12th St UNIT 5, Santa Monica, CA, 90401 in Santa Monica fits: $1,349,000, 5.44% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $372,704 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.44%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.01) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,424/yr in principal paydown and $372,704 in appreciation project a total return of $367,664.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,235) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Monica market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,110 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,808 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.78x |
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 1979
7,496 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90401, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,793 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 302 ( 5.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,567 (78.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 924 (16.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,769,103 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,945
Single Family
961
Multi-Family
4,984
Businesses
1,728
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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 1979
7,496 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90401, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,793 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 302 ( 5.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,567 (78.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 924 (16.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,769,103 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,945
Single Family
961
Multi-Family
4,984
Businesses
1,728
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Brynn Pennel • Douglas Elliman
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #25589833