14944 E Zapata DrFountain HillsAZ85268
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play14944 E Zapata Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ, 85268 in Fountain Hills is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.06%. At $1,275,000 with a 4.06% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $352,259 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.75) 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: $273,273.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,244) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Fountain Hills market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,314 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,051 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 1996
1.55 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$260 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85268, Fountain Hills, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,249 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,938 (69.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,006 (14.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,305 (16.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $670,983 |
| Average Home Value | $772,614 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,099
Single Family
9,319
Multi-Family
4,780
Businesses
600
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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 1996
1.55 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$260 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85268, Fountain Hills, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,249 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,938 (69.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,006 (14.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,305 (16.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $670,983 |
| Average Home Value | $772,614 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,099
Single Family
9,319
Multi-Family
4,780
Businesses
600
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kimberly Borges • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: ARMLS
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Mls ID: #6804096
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