20 Observation DrTahoe CityCA96145



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 20 Observation Dr, Tahoe City, CA, 96145 in Tahoe City. Rental yield 3.73%. At $1,700,000 with 3.73% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $469,679 in new equity by year five, complemented by $15,657/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.79) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $357,668.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,119) | $300 |
City averages based on Tahoe City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,057 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,840 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.62x |
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 1963
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96145, Tahoe City, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,765 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 884 (18.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 511 (10.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,370 (70.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $971,821 |
| Average Home Value | $1,153,903 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1
Single Family
1
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
356



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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 1963
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96145, Tahoe City, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,765 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 884 (18.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 511 (10.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,370 (70.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $971,821 |
| Average Home Value | $1,153,903 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1
Single Family
1
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
356
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Listed by: Kate Wilkins • Compass
Mls Name: TSMLS
Mls ID: #20251269








