1265 Jester CtTahoe VistaCA96148
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1265 Jester Ct, Tahoe Vista, CA, 96148 in Tahoe Vista is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.69%. At $1,395,000 with a 3.69% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $385,413 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.68) 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: $249,834.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,338) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Tahoe Vista market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,292 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,075 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96148, Tahoe Vista, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,537 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 375 (24.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 204 (13.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 958 (62.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $980,183 |
| Average Home Value | $1,158,193 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1
Single Family
1
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
40
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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 N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96148, Tahoe Vista, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,537 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 375 (24.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 204 (13.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 958 (62.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $980,183 |
| Average Home Value | $1,158,193 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1
Single Family
1
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
40
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tom Mills • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: TSMLS
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