225 N Malena DrOrangeCA92869

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 225 N Malena Dr, Orange, CA, 92869 in Orange is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.7%. The 5.7% gross yield at $1,180,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $326,012 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.06) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $338,413.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,865) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Orange market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,606 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,830 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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
7,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92869, Orange, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,095 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,872 (73.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,940 (24.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 2.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,072,388 |
| Average Home Value | $1,183,430 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,088
Single Family
10,537
Multi-Family
1,551
Businesses
428



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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
7,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92869, Orange, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,095 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,872 (73.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,940 (24.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 2.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,072,388 |
| Average Home Value | $1,183,430 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,088
Single Family
10,537
Multi-Family
1,551
Businesses
428
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Listed by: Rodolfo Salinas • Aguilar Realty
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #PW25147673








