209 S Albany AveChicagoIL60612



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 209 S Albany Ave, Chicago, IL, 60612 in Chicago. Rental yield 4.97%. At $499,222 with 4.97% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $137,926 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,598/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.92) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $101,159.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,395) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,068 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,264 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.63x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1885
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60612, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,672 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,458 (25.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,157 (63.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,057 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $388,854 |
| Average Home Value | $482,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,889
Single Family
7,444
Multi-Family
7,445
Businesses
1,582



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1885
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60612, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,672 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,458 (25.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,157 (63.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,057 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $388,854 |
| Average Home Value | $482,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,889
Single Family
7,444
Multi-Family
7,445
Businesses
1,582
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