1649 Appian Way APT 105Santa MonicaCA90401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1649 Appian Way APT 105, Santa Monica, CA, 90401 in Santa Monica is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.62%. The 5.62% gross yield at $1,095,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $302,528 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.04) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $270,589.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,291) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Monica market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,131 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,986 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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 1965
7,021 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$327 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90401, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,793 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 302 ( 5.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,567 (78.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 924 (16.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,769,103 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,945
Single Family
961
Multi-Family
4,984
Businesses
1,728
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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 1965
7,021 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$327 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90401, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,793 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 302 ( 5.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,567 (78.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 924 (16.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,769,103 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,945
Single Family
961
Multi-Family
4,984
Businesses
1,728
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Listed by: Amy Snider • Compass
Mls Name: CLAW
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Mls ID: #25520273
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