194 Maestro RoadNovatoCA94947
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 194 Maestro Road, Novato, CA, 94947 in Novato fits: $1,899,000, 5.02% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $524,659 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.02%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.93) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $17,490/yr in principal paydown and $524,659 in appreciation project a total return of $475,322.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,804) | $2,500 |
City averages based on Novato market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,944 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,992 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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
0.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94947, Novato, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,836 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,589 (67.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,856 (29.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,067,170 |
| Average Home Value | $1,143,356 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,568
Single Family
7,821
Multi-Family
1,747
Businesses
269
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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
0.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94947, Novato, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,836 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,589 (67.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,856 (29.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,067,170 |
| Average Home Value | $1,143,356 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,568
Single Family
7,821
Multi-Family
1,747
Businesses
269
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: BAREIS
Mls ID: #326010230