1301 Wabash AveCarthageIL62321
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 1301 Wabash Ave, Carthage, IL, 62321 in Carthage. Rental yield 5.02%. At $259,500 with 5.02% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $71,695 in new equity by year five, complemented by $2,390/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.93) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $53,269.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 9.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(715) | $150 |
City averages based on Carthage market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,085 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,697 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 2026
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62321, Carthage, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,952 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,321 (67.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 357 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 274 (14.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $132,910 |
| Average Home Value | $183,747 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,742
Single Family
1,717
Multi-Family
25
Businesses
195
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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 2026
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62321, Carthage, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,952 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,321 (67.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 357 (18.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 274 (14.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $132,910 |
| Average Home Value | $183,747 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,742
Single Family
1,717
Multi-Family
25
Businesses
195
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices