15 McDonnel RdAlamedaCA94502



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 15 McDonnel Rd, Alameda, CA, 94502 in Alameda fits: $1,080,000, 5.17% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $298,384 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.17%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.96) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $9,947/yr in principal paydown and $298,384 in appreciation project a total return of $279,200.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,025) | $250 |
City averages based on Alameda market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,656 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,251 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94502, Alameda, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,163 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,086 (79.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 874 (16.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 203 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,364,754 |
| Average Home Value | $1,397,967 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,267
Single Family
5,094
Multi-Family
173
Businesses
269



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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
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94502, Alameda, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,163 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,086 (79.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 874 (16.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 203 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,364,754 |
| Average Home Value | $1,397,967 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,267
Single Family
5,094
Multi-Family
173
Businesses
269
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Listed by: Ringo Liu • Kw Advisors East Bay
Mls Name: Bay East AOR
Mls ID: #41108445








