1516 Iao LnHonoluluHI96817
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1516 Iao Ln, Honolulu, HI, 96817 in Honolulu is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.6%. At $1,795,000 with a 4.6% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $495,925 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.85) 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: $462,195.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,335) | $18,500 |
City averages based on Honolulu market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,887 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,507 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96817, Honolulu, HI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,811 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,664 (36.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,645 (56.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,502 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,218,631 |
| Average Home Value | $1,198,947 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,251
Single Family
9,077
Multi-Family
10,174
Businesses
2,596
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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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96817, Honolulu, HI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,811 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,664 (36.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,645 (56.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,502 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,218,631 |
| Average Home Value | $1,198,947 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,251
Single Family
9,077
Multi-Family
10,174
Businesses
2,596
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices