2108 1st Avenue NSeattleWA98109
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2108 1st Avenue N, Seattle, WA, 98109 in Seattle is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.08%. At $1,199,000 with a 5.08% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $331,262 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.94) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $316,872.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,128) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,080 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,730 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 2025
971.39 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98109, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,162 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,929 (16.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 18,176 (75.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,057 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,151,246 |
| Average Home Value | $1,212,211 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,151
Single Family
3,860
Multi-Family
20,291
Businesses
1,842
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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 2025
971.39 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98109, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,162 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,929 (16.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 18,176 (75.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,057 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,151,246 |
| Average Home Value | $1,212,211 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,151
Single Family
3,860
Multi-Family
20,291
Businesses
1,842
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2488306