17437 Lakeview DrVandaliaMI49095



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 17437 Lakeview Dr, Vandalia, MI, 49095 in Vandalia is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.2%. The 4.2% gross yield at $1,100,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $303,910 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.78) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $200,267.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,400) | $250 |
City averages based on Vandalia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,854 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,816 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.57x |
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 1964
0.53 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49095, Vandalia, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,525 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 855 (56.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 174 (11.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 496 (32.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $275,586 |
| Average Home Value | $359,711 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
760
Single Family
760
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
26



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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 1964
0.53 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49095, Vandalia, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,525 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 855 (56.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 174 (11.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 496 (32.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $275,586 |
| Average Home Value | $359,711 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
760
Single Family
760
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
26
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