12821 Whitfield DrSterling HeightsMI48312



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeSolid fundamentals define the investment case at 12821 Whitfield Dr, Sterling Heights, MI, 48312 in Sterling Heights: $2,746/mo in rent, $570/mo in net income, 9.99% gross yield, 1.85 DSCR, all at $329,900. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage qualifies using the property's income alone, clearing approval without U.S. residency or credit. Five-year equity from $91,145 in appreciation and $3,038/yr in principal paydown projects total cumulative return of $162,463.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 10% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $570 | $850 |
City averages based on Sterling Heights market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,746 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,044 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.34x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1966
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48312, Sterling Heights, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,521 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,355 (71.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,743 (25.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 423 ( 2.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $267,544 |
| Average Home Value | $286,430 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,323
Single Family
12,224
Multi-Family
2,099
Businesses
703



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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 1966
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48312, Sterling Heights, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,521 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,355 (71.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,743 (25.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 423 ( 2.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $267,544 |
| Average Home Value | $286,430 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,323
Single Family
12,224
Multi-Family
2,099
Businesses
703
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Mls Name: MiRealSource
Mls ID: #50203202








