161 Malinka LaneChehalisWA98532
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 161 Malinka Lane, Chehalis, WA, 98532 in Chehalis. Rental yield 4.66%. At $650,000 with 4.66% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $179,583 in new equity by year five, complemented by $5,987/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.86) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $156,851.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,385) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,522 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,649 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 2006
1.89 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98532, Chehalis, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,896 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,583 (69.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,780 (25.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 533 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $504,702 |
| Average Home Value | $590,130 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,726
Single Family
9,210
Multi-Family
516
Businesses
917
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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 2006
1.89 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98532, Chehalis, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,896 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,583 (69.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,780 (25.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 533 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $504,702 |
| Average Home Value | $590,130 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,726
Single Family
9,210
Multi-Family
516
Businesses
917
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Chrissy DeHan • RE/MAX Realty South
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2406217