1524 Howard AveSan CarlosCA94070
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 1524 Howard Ave, San Carlos, CA, 94070 in San Carlos. Rental yield 3.31%. At $1,849,000 with 3.31% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $510,845 in new equity by year five, complemented by $17,029/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.61) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $292,835.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.3% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,344) | $1,800 |
City averages based on San Carlos market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,094 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,703 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.48x |
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 1945
5,224 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94070, San Carlos, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,586 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,540 (67.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,549 (28.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 497 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,849,212 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,507
Single Family
9,424
Multi-Family
3,083
Businesses
2,179
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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 1945
5,224 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94070, San Carlos, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,586 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,540 (67.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,549 (28.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 497 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,849,212 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,507
Single Family
9,424
Multi-Family
3,083
Businesses
2,179
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Colton Hicks • Gateway Properties
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
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Mls ID: #ML82010890
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-06-13 09:59:30 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.