1546 Beverly PlBerkeleyCA94706
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1546 Beverly Pl, Berkeley, CA, 94706 in Berkeley is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.46%. At $1,295,000 with a 4.46% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $357,785 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) 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: $285,456.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,195) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Berkeley market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,816 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,496 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1920
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94706, Albany, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,968 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,902 (49.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,600 (45.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 466 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,359,932 |
| Average Home Value | $1,396,764 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,116
Single Family
5,762
Multi-Family
2,354
Businesses
754
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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 1920
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94706, Albany, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,968 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,902 (49.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,600 (45.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 466 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,359,932 |
| Average Home Value | $1,396,764 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,116
Single Family
5,762
Multi-Family
2,354
Businesses
754
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Listed by: Martha Becker • THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Mls Name: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Mls ID: #41122224