224 Laurel St APT A304Santa CruzCA95060
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-Producing224 Laurel St APT A304, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 in Santa Cruz is a stable, well-positioned rental at $522,000. Rental yield 6.76%. DSCR 1.24 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage without U.S. income documentation. Over five years, 5% appreciation adds $144,219 in value and $4,808/yr in principal paydown builds equity, a total projected return of $141,267.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.8% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(883) | $300 |
City averages based on Santa Cruz 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 | $2,903 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,617 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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 2014
479 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$481 monthly 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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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 2014
479 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$481 monthly 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
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Randy Basso • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #ML82015893
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-10-26 03:01:49 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.