12925 SE 216th PlaceKentWA98031
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play12925 SE 216th Place, Kent, WA, 98031 in Kent is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.83%. At $895,000 with a 5.83% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $247,272 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.08) 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: $272,175.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,034) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Kent market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,346 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,024 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.87x |
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 2003
4,948 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98031, Kent, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,151 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,308 (61.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,377 (35.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 466 ( 3.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $626,625 |
| Average Home Value | $696,045 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,425
Single Family
11,110
Multi-Family
3,315
Businesses
391
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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 2003
4,948 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98031, Kent, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,151 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,308 (61.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,377 (35.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 466 ( 3.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $626,625 |
| Average Home Value | $696,045 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,425
Single Family
11,110
Multi-Family
3,315
Businesses
391
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Alise D. Roberts • Windermere Real Estate/East
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2423364