162 Melrose AveElmhurstIL60126
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who value predictability will appreciate 162 Melrose Ave, Elmhurst, IL, 60126 in Elmhurst. At $819,999 it earns $6,334/mo in rent and distributes $646/mo to the owner after the $3,687/mo payment, a consistent 9.27% yield. DSCR 1.72 clears Ziffy Mortgage's income-only underwriting standard. Over five years, 5% annual appreciation adds $226,551 in value; $7,552/yr in principal paydown compounds ownership stake. Total projected return: $355,198.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $646 | $1,500 |
City averages based on Elmhurst market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,334 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,361 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.18x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 2008
4,900 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60126, Elmhurst, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,498 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,608 (73.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,686 (19.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,204 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $585,688 |
| Average Home Value | $651,050 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,771
Single Family
14,156
Multi-Family
3,615
Businesses
1,789
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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 2008
4,900 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60126, Elmhurst, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,498 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,608 (73.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,686 (19.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,204 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $585,688 |
| Average Home Value | $651,050 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,771
Single Family
14,156
Multi-Family
3,615
Businesses
1,789
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Ashley Markgraf • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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