2135 W Cermak Rd #Penthouse 4nChicagoIL60608
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 2135 W Cermak Rd #Penthouse 4n, Chicago, IL, 60608 in Chicago at $659,900, 5.01% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.01%. The $2,758/mo rent partially funds the $2,967/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $182,318 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.93) 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: $135,334.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,202) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago 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 | $2,758 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,315 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60608, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 31,532 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,621 (30.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 18,309 (58.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,602 (11.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $368,609 |
| Average Home Value | $410,295 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,218
Single Family
13,908
Multi-Family
9,310
Businesses
2,214
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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
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60608, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 31,532 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,621 (30.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 18,309 (58.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,602 (11.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $368,609 |
| Average Home Value | $410,295 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,218
Single Family
13,908
Multi-Family
9,310
Businesses
2,214
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices