1457 S Centinela Ave #6Santa MonicaCA90404
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1457 S Centinela Ave #6, Santa Monica, CA, 90404 in Santa Monica fits: $775,000, 5.94% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $214,118 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.94%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.10) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $7,138/yr in principal paydown and $214,118 in appreciation project a total return of $232,050.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,530) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Monica market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,834 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,486 |
| 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.
Townhouse
Built in 1997
6,355 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90404, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,386 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,071 (16.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,230 (74.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,085 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,282,886 |
| Average Home Value | $1,355,974 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,190
Single Family
3,290
Multi-Family
7,900
Businesses
1,712
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1997
6,355 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90404, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,386 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,071 (16.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,230 (74.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,085 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,282,886 |
| Average Home Value | $1,355,974 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,190
Single Family
3,290
Multi-Family
7,900
Businesses
1,712
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #26665045