2255 18th StreetBoulderCO80302
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2255 18th Street, Boulder, CO, 80302 in Boulder is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.19%. At $1,695,000 with a 4.19% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $468,297 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.78) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $383,206.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,993) | $200 |
City averages based on Boulder market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,920 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,239 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1985
3,630 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80302, Boulder, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,935 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,384 (33.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,230 (55.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,321 (10.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,221,835 |
| Average Home Value | $1,302,785 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,081
Single Family
7,618
Multi-Family
4,463
Businesses
1,438
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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 1985
3,630 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 80302, Boulder, CO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,935 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,384 (33.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,230 (55.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,321 (10.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,221,835 |
| Average Home Value | $1,302,785 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,081
Single Family
7,618
Multi-Family
4,463
Businesses
1,438
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Ray Munoz • Redfin Corporation
Mls Name: REcolorado
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