2140 Orinda Dr APT ECardiffCA92007



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2140 Orinda Dr APT E, Cardiff, CA, 92007 in Cardiff is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.82%. The 4.82% gross yield at $1,995,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $551,182 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.89) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $477,398.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,946) | $400 |
City averages based on Cardiff market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $8,005 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,548 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 1981
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92007, Cardiff By The Sea, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,898 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,712 (55.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,758 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 428 ( 8.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,669,375 |
| Average Home Value | $1,627,134 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,629
Single Family
4,434
Multi-Family
195
Businesses
476



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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 1981
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92007, Cardiff By The Sea, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,898 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,712 (55.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,758 (35.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 428 ( 8.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,669,375 |
| Average Home Value | $1,627,134 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,629
Single Family
4,434
Multi-Family
195
Businesses
476
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Listed by: Julia Duncan • Compass
Mls Name: SDMLS
Mls ID: #260002396








