156 Tilton AveSan MateoCA94401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play156 Tilton Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401 in San Mateo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.27%. At $1,298,888 with a 3.27% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $358,859 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.61) 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: $162,317.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.3% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,177) | $300 |
City averages based on San Mateo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,540 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,200 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.43x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2017
0.77 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$682 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94401, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,445 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,284 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,313 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,290,449 |
| Average Home Value | $1,349,689 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,397
Single Family
5,899
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,487
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2017
0.77 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$682 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94401, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,445 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,284 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,313 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,290,449 |
| Average Home Value | $1,349,689 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,397
Single Family
5,899
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,487
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices