162 ScaleIrvineCA92618
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play162 Scale, Irvine, CA, 92618 in Irvine is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.79%. At $1,548,000 with a 4.79% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $427,684 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.89) 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: $368,079.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,401) | $300 |
City averages based on Irvine market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,175 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,960 |
| 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.
Condo
Built in 2018
2.95 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92618, Irvine, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 29,952 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,620 (38.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 14,256 (47.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,076 (13.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,450,685 |
| Average Home Value | $1,475,721 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,416
Single Family
20,263
Multi-Family
8,153
Businesses
3,614
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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
Condo
Built in 2018
2.95 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92618, Irvine, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 29,952 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,620 (38.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 14,256 (47.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,076 (13.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,450,685 |
| Average Home Value | $1,475,721 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,416
Single Family
20,263
Multi-Family
8,153
Businesses
3,614
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: David Ren • Pacific Sterling Realty
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #OC25185594