144 Oakes St SW #1901Grand RapidsMI49503
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 144 Oakes St SW #1901, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503 in Grand Rapids is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.08%. The 2.08% gross yield at $1,150,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $317,724 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.39) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $78,326.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.1% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,590) | $850 |
City averages based on Grand Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,993 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,126 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.28x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49503, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,238 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,149 (35.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,464 (56.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,625 ( 8.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $281,804 |
| Average Home Value | $332,147 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,278
Single Family
12,427
Multi-Family
5,851
Businesses
2,048
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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
Condo
Built in 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49503, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,238 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,149 (35.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,464 (56.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,625 ( 8.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $281,804 |
| Average Home Value | $332,147 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,278
Single Family
12,427
Multi-Family
5,851
Businesses
2,048
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kate Bylsma • Patriot Realty
Mls Name: MichRIC
Mls ID: #25037021