20 Grainger LnSanta CruzCA95060



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 20 Grainger Ln, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 in Santa Cruz at $1,448,000, 4.57% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 4.57%. The $5,514/mo rent partially funds the $6,511/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $400,056 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.85) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $327,441.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,444) | $300 |
City averages based on Santa Cruz market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,514 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,381 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1988
1.08 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95060, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,846 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,053 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,392 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,401 (11.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,387,725 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,930 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,805
Single Family
16,578
Multi-Family
2,227
Businesses
2,179



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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 1988
1.08 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95060, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,846 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,053 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,392 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,401 (11.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,387,725 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,930 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,805
Single Family
16,578
Multi-Family
2,227
Businesses
2,179
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Listed by: 2 Guys in Real Estate • Epique Realty
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82023380








