1648 Russell StBerkeleyCA94703
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1648 Russell St, Berkeley, CA, 94703 in Berkeley is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.22%. At $816,386 with a 5.22% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $225,552 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.97) 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: $165,972.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,284) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Berkeley market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,548 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,507 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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.
Apartment
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94703, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,079 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,434 (34.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,746 (57.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 899 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,529,032 |
| Average Home Value | $1,519,687 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,898
Single Family
5,478
Multi-Family
3,420
Businesses
427
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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
Apartment
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94703, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,079 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,434 (34.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,746 (57.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 899 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,529,032 |
| Average Home Value | $1,519,687 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,898
Single Family
5,478
Multi-Family
3,420
Businesses
427
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Zillow Rentals
Mls ID: #N/A