223 Merced AveSanta CruzCA95060








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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


Investment Highlights
Rental property for sale in Santa Cruz at 223 Merced Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 priced at $1,990,000 converts $5,253/mo rent into after a $9,740/mo obligation. Total monthly income equals $5,253/mo. Return on cash invested prints 7.23% in year one, and rental yield reads 3.17% against a $1,990,000 entry. Equity gained on principal adds $12,841/yr, while 5% annual appreciation compiles into $549,800 by year five. Five-year ROI reaches 34.77% and total cumulative return in cash sums $224,207. For leverage, Ziffy Mortgage’s DSCR loan bases approval on $5,253/mo property income covering a $9,740/mo payment, not borrower’s personal income.
Single Family
Built in 1973
5,184 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95060, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,846 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,053 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,392 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,401 (11.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,387,725 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,930 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,805
Single Family
16,578
Multi-Family
2,227
Businesses
2,179
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Listed by: Strock Team • eXp Realty of California Inc
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82023751








