1951 Bowker RdEl centroCA92243



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1951 Bowker Rd, El centro, CA, 92243 in El centro is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.68%. At $1,475,000 with a 2.68% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $407,515 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.50) 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: $184,303.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,827) | $300 |
City averages based on El centro market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,298 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,538 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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 1979
1.81 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92243, El Centro, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,141 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,616 (44.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,323 (48.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,202 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $323,340 |
| Average Home Value | $323,696 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,994
Single Family
13,457
Multi-Family
2,537
Businesses
1,683



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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 1979
1.81 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92243, El Centro, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,141 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,616 (44.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,323 (48.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,202 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $323,340 |
| Average Home Value | $323,696 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,994
Single Family
13,457
Multi-Family
2,537
Businesses
1,683
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Listed by: Lisa Winkler • Gold Key Real Estate
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