222 2nd AveSanta CruzCA95062
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 222 2nd Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 in Santa Cruz fits: $1,335,000, 4.38% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $368,836 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.38%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.81) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,295/yr in principal paydown and $368,836 in appreciation project a total return of $288,007.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,390) | $300 |
City averages based on Santa Cruz market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,868 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,727 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.63x |
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 1898
2,800 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95062, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,788 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,551 (45.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,200 (42.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,037 (12.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,096,316 |
| Average Home Value | $1,166,941 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,074
Single Family
14,626
Multi-Family
1,448
Businesses
1,258
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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 1898
2,800 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95062, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,788 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,551 (45.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,200 (42.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,037 (12.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,096,316 |
| Average Home Value | $1,166,941 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,074
Single Family
14,626
Multi-Family
1,448
Businesses
1,258
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82039182