2019 Felt StSanta CruzCA95062



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2019 Felt St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 in Santa Cruz is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.52%. The 5.52% gross yield at $1,295,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $357,785 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.02) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $345,672.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,274) | $300 |
City averages based on Santa Cruz market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,957 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,716 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 1984
2,047 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95062, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,788 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,551 (45.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,200 (42.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,037 (12.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,096,316 |
| Average Home Value | $1,166,941 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,074
Single Family
14,626
Multi-Family
1,448
Businesses
1,258



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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 1984
2,047 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95062, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,788 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,551 (45.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,200 (42.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,037 (12.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,096,316 |
| Average Home Value | $1,166,941 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,074
Single Family
14,626
Multi-Family
1,448
Businesses
1,258
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