2140 Santa Cruz Ave #203Menlo ParkCA94025
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2140 Santa Cruz Ave #203, Menlo Park, CA, 94025 in Menlo Park is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.63%. The 5.63% gross yield at $738,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $203,896 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.04) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $208,932.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,901) | $600 |
City averages based on Menlo Park 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 | $3,464 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,272 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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 1978
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94025, Menlo Park, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,930 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,235 (51.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,222 (40.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,473 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,930,898 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,025
Single Family
12,520
Multi-Family
4,505
Businesses
1,556
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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 1978
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94025, Menlo Park, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,930 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,235 (51.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,222 (40.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,473 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,930,898 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,025
Single Family
12,520
Multi-Family
4,505
Businesses
1,556
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82044956