2016 Fairview Avenue E #ASeattleWA98102
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2016 Fairview Avenue E #A, Seattle, WA, 98102 in Seattle is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.97%. The 2.97% gross yield at $899,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $248,377 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.55) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $135,620.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,181) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,224 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,046 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.44x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2026
1 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98102, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,617 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,535 (24.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,560 (67.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,522 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,367,110 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,002 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,363
Single Family
3,956
Multi-Family
13,407
Businesses
799
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2026
1 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98102, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,617 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,535 (24.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,560 (67.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,522 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,367,110 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,002 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,363
Single Family
3,956
Multi-Family
13,407
Businesses
799
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #2494505