204 Benjamin Ave SEGrand RapidsMI49506
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderRental yield 7.42%. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $116,038, and $3,868/yr in principal equity projects total return of $139,597.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.4% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(173) | $850 |
City averages based on Grand Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,453 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,603 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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 1910
4,791 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49506, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,282 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,333 (70.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,352 (25.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 597 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $381,078 |
| Average Home Value | $459,706 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,765
Single Family
11,674
Multi-Family
1,091
Businesses
601
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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 1910
4,791 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49506, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,282 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,333 (70.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,352 (25.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 597 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $381,078 |
| Average Home Value | $459,706 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,765
Single Family
11,674
Multi-Family
1,091
Businesses
601
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Rebecca Dickenson • RE/MAX of Grand Rapids (FH)
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