179 Laurelwood Ct SWGrand RapidsMI49548
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderSteady, low-maintenance, and fundable: 179 Laurelwood Ct SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548 in Grand Rapids at $294,900. Rental yield 7.24%. The 7.24% yield and 1.34 DSCR put this right in the range Ziffy Mortgage approves for non-U.S. investors without W-2s or domestic credit. Appreciation at 5%/yr is projected to add $81,475 by year five, and $2,716/yr in principal reduction steadily grows the investor's stake. Total projected cumulative return: $86,685.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.2% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(416) | $850 |
City averages based on Grand Rapids 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 | $1,779 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,077 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 1987
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$250 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49548, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,625 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,662 (70.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,618 (26.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 345 ( 2.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $202,210 |
| Average Home Value | $248,548 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,361
Single Family
12,642
Multi-Family
719
Businesses
1,284
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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 1987
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$250 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49548, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,625 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,662 (70.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,618 (26.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 345 ( 2.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $202,210 |
| Average Home Value | $248,548 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,361
Single Family
12,642
Multi-Family
719
Businesses
1,284
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Linda S Pell • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
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