212 Gay AveSaint LouisMO63105
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play212 Gay Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63105 in Saint Louis is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.12%. At $1,350,000 with a 5.12% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $372,980 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.90) 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: $316,385.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,646) | $450 |
City averages based on Saint Louis market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,761 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,200 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 6.5% rate / 30-yr fixed, 25% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Townhouse
Built in 1997
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 63105, Saint Louis, MO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,214 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,117 (50.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,052 (37.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,045 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $754,635 |
| Average Home Value | $864,005 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,179
Single Family
2,898
Multi-Family
4,281
Businesses
1,809



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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


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Listed by: Raj Tailor • Portica Real Estate LLC
Mls Name: MARIS
Mls ID: #25062793











