224 Pauline PlCosta MesaCA92627



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 3.66% gross rental yield, 224 Pauline Pl, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627 in Costa Mesa is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $1,850,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $511,121 by year five, with $17,039/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.68) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $328,000.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,803) | $300 |
City averages based on Costa Mesa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,641 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,708 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 1962
5,100 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92627, Costa Mesa, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,560 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,601 (35.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 14,785 (60.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,174 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,149,319 |
| Average Home Value | $1,200,235 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,652
Single Family
16,377
Multi-Family
7,275
Businesses
2,973



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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 1962
5,100 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92627, Costa Mesa, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,560 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,601 (35.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 14,785 (60.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,174 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,149,319 |
| Average Home Value | $1,200,235 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,652
Single Family
16,377
Multi-Family
7,275
Businesses
2,973
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Listed by: Larry Birnbaum • LMB Enterprises
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #OC25181358








