1585 N Derby AveChestertonIN46304
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1585 N Derby Ave, Chesterton, IN, 46304 in Chesterton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.21%. At $329,900 with a 4.21% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $91,145 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.78) 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: $71,971.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 7.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(822) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Chesterton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,158 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,849 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.63x |
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 1977
0.76 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 46304, Chesterton, IN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,923 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,700 (73.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,581 (21.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 642 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $313,394 |
| Average Home Value | $348,036 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,590
Single Family
11,019
Multi-Family
571
Businesses
1,010
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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 1977
0.76 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 46304, Chesterton, IN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,923 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,700 (73.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,581 (21.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 642 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $313,394 |
| Average Home Value | $348,036 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,590
Single Family
11,019
Multi-Family
571
Businesses
1,010
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Indre Skeberdis • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: NIRA
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Mls ID: #818170
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