178 Windward AvePismo BeachCA93449
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play178 Windward Ave, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449 in Pismo Beach is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.38%. At $1,150,000 with a 4.38% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $317,724 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.81) 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: $248,546.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,914) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Pismo Beach market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,657 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.63x |
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 1959
3,420 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93449, Pismo Beach, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,000 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,599 (43.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,538 (25.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,863 (31.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,084,426 |
| Average Home Value | $1,154,195 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,142
Single Family
4,889
Multi-Family
253
Businesses
605
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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 1959
3,420 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93449, Pismo Beach, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,000 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,599 (43.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,538 (25.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,863 (31.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,084,426 |
| Average Home Value | $1,154,195 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,142
Single Family
4,889
Multi-Family
253
Businesses
605
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Danielle Nunes • LPT Realty, Inc.
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #PI25242204