1717 Marin AvenueBerkeleyCA94707
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 1717 Marin Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94707 in Berkeley. Rental yield 1.72%. At $1,295,000 with 1.72% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $357,785 in new equity by year five, complemented by $11,927/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.32) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $95,220.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.7% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,151) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Berkeley market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,860 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,496 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.25x |
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 1921
4,983 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94707, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,251 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,153 (79.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 815 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,773,072 |
| Average Home Value | $1,728,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,167
Single Family
4,990
Multi-Family
177
Businesses
568
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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 1921
4,983 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94707, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,251 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,153 (79.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 815 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,773,072 |
| Average Home Value | $1,728,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,167
Single Family
4,990
Multi-Family
177
Businesses
568
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Karrah Salling • KW Vaca Valley
Mls Name: BAREIS
Mls ID: #325078052