1640 W Wolfram StChicagoIL60657
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 1640 W Wolfram St, Chicago, IL, 60657 in Chicago at $1,875,000, 2.07% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 2.07%. The $3,229/mo rent partially funds the $8,431/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $518,028 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.38) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $87,941.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(9,876) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,229 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,259 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.26x |
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 2025
3,125 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60657, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 45,834 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,811 (34.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 26,750 (58.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,273 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $548,884 |
| Average Home Value | $687,417 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
41,857
Single Family
7,557
Multi-Family
34,300
Businesses
2,016
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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 2025
3,125 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60657, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 45,834 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,811 (34.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 26,750 (58.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,273 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $548,884 |
| Average Home Value | $687,417 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
41,857
Single Family
7,557
Multi-Family
34,300
Businesses
2,016
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices