13940 E Old Us Highway 12ChelseaMI48118



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 13940 E Old Us Highway 12, Chelsea, MI, 48118 in Chelsea at $1,148,000, 3.24% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 3.24%. The $3,096/mo rent partially funds the $5,162/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $317,171 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.60) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $149,429.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,474) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Chelsea 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 | $3,096 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,114 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.44x |
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 1890
1.02 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48118, Chelsea, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,643 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,566 (80.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 713 (12.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 364 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $387,800 |
| Average Home Value | $457,408 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,786
Single Family
5,385
Multi-Family
401
Businesses
575



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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 1890
1.02 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48118, Chelsea, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,643 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,566 (80.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 713 (12.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 364 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $387,800 |
| Average Home Value | $457,408 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,786
Single Family
5,385
Multi-Family
401
Businesses
575
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