140 W University DrMesaAZ85201
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 140 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ, 85201 in Mesa is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.62%. The 5.62% gross yield at $750,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $207,211 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.04) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $224,176.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(922) | $450 |
City averages based on Mesa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,511 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,135 |
| 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 1950
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85201, Mesa, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,963 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,572 (40.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,672 (50.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,719 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $367,804 |
| Average Home Value | $396,596 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,342
Single Family
10,049
Multi-Family
11,293
Businesses
1,119
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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 1950
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85201, Mesa, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,963 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,572 (40.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,672 (50.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,719 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $367,804 |
| Average Home Value | $396,596 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,342
Single Family
10,049
Multi-Family
11,293
Businesses
1,119
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Karen D McMeen • ProSmart Realty
Mls Name: ARMLS
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Mls ID: #6732483
Disclaimer: All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc., Designated REALTOR- Chris Long - (480) 907-1010