1606 Merrill StKalamazooMI49008
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingRental yield 6.29%. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $79,845, and $2,662/yr in principal equity projects total return of $84,868.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.3% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(391) | $450 |
City averages based on Kalamazoo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,514 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,791 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 1927
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49008, Kalamazoo, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,408 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,403 (59.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,572 (34.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 433 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $313,209 |
| Average Home Value | $367,462 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,213
Single Family
5,774
Multi-Family
1,439
Businesses
537
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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 1927
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49008, Kalamazoo, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,408 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,403 (59.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,572 (34.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 433 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $313,209 |
| Average Home Value | $367,462 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,213
Single Family
5,774
Multi-Family
1,439
Businesses
537
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices