2125 Sherman AveEvanstonIL60201
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 2125 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201 in Evanston at $1,500,000, 3.8% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 3.8%. The $4,750/mo rent partially funds the $6,745/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $414,422 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.70) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $209,793.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,654) | $250 |
City averages based on Evanston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,750 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,807 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.48x |
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 1899
6,996 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60201, Evanston, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,520 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,418 (48.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,818 (40.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,284 (11.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $586,169 |
| Average Home Value | $643,981 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,839
Single Family
8,171
Multi-Family
10,668
Businesses
1,446
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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 1899
6,996 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60201, Evanston, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,520 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,418 (48.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,818 (40.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,284 (11.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $586,169 |
| Average Home Value | $643,981 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,839
Single Family
8,171
Multi-Family
10,668
Businesses
1,446
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices