18720 4th Avenue SSeattleWA98148
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 18720 4th Avenue S, Seattle, WA, 98148 in Seattle. Rental yield 5.43%. At $589,950 with 5.43% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $162,992 in new equity by year five, complemented by $5,433/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.01) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $166,808.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(917) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,669 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,312 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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 1961
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98148, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,939 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,877 (47.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,964 (49.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 98 ( 2.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $623,459 |
| Average Home Value | $684,024 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,527
Single Family
2,104
Multi-Family
2,423
Businesses
519
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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 1961
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98148, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,939 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,877 (47.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,964 (49.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 98 ( 2.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $623,459 |
| Average Home Value | $684,024 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,527
Single Family
2,104
Multi-Family
2,423
Businesses
519
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Listed by: Mike E. Davis • Merrick Real Estate, LLC
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2468935