1395 Alvarado RdBerkeleyCA94705
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1395 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA, 94705 in Berkeley is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.63%. At $1,330,000 with a 5.63% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $367,454 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.09) 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: $395,829.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,088) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Berkeley market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,542 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,698 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 1987
5,100 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94705, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,006 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,060 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,496 (41.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 450 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,878,128 |
| Average Home Value | $1,777,200 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,212
Single Family
4,586
Multi-Family
1,626
Businesses
732
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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 1987
5,100 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94705, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,006 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,060 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,496 (41.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 450 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,878,128 |
| Average Home Value | $1,777,200 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,212
Single Family
4,586
Multi-Family
1,626
Businesses
732
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Listed by: Stephanie A. Johnson • eXp Realty of California, Inc
Mls Name: SFAR
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Mls ID: #425036159
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