1259 Charles AveSaint PaulMN55104



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1259 Charles Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55104 in Saint Paul is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.89%. At $446,500 with a 5.89% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $123,360 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.09) 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: $131,007.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(597) | $485 |
City averages based on Saint Paul 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 | $2,191 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,611 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.84x |
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 1912
4,922 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55104, Saint Paul, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,868 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,441 (40.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,025 (52.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,402 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $371,864 |
| Average Home Value | $437,068 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,223
Single Family
12,270
Multi-Family
6,953
Businesses
1,646



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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 1912
4,922 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 55104, Saint Paul, MN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,868 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,441 (40.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,025 (52.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,402 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $371,864 |
| Average Home Value | $437,068 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,223
Single Family
12,270
Multi-Family
6,953
Businesses
1,646
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Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #7074984








