1980 Howard AveDes PlainesIL60018



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 1980 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL, 60018 in Des Plaines worth study. Rental yield 5.7%. The 5.7% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $739,900, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $204,421 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $3,515/mo partially offsets the $3,327/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.06 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $178,932.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,617) | $850 |
City averages based on Des Plaines market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,515 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,838 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1966
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60018, Des Plaines, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,471 (70.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,642 (24.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 508 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $323,190 |
| Average Home Value | $328,090 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,775
Single Family
8,063
Multi-Family
2,712
Businesses
1,635



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1966
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60018, Des Plaines, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,621 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,471 (70.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,642 (24.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 508 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $323,190 |
| Average Home Value | $328,090 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,775
Single Family
8,063
Multi-Family
2,712
Businesses
1,635
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Listed by: Sarah Kokosoulis • Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #12541581








