15265 W Baker AvenueLakewoodCO80228
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 15265 W Baker Avenue, Lakewood, CO, 80228 in Lakewood fits: $1,200,000, 4.59% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $331,538 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.59%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.85) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $11,052/yr in principal paydown and $331,538 in appreciation project a total return of $271,169.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,859) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Lakewood market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,593 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,974 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 2013
6,708 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,502 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80228, Denver, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,062 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,879 (61.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,338 (33.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 845 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $695,392 |
| Average Home Value | $761,322 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,935
Single Family
10,473
Multi-Family
5,462
Businesses
1,026
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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 2013
6,708 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,502 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80228, Denver, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,062 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,879 (61.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,338 (33.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 845 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $695,392 |
| Average Home Value | $761,322 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,935
Single Family
10,473
Multi-Family
5,462
Businesses
1,026
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: James Merrion • Coldwell Banker Realty 14
Mls Name: REcolorado
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