2299 E Childs AveMercedCA95341
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2299 E Childs Ave, Merced, CA, 95341 in Merced is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.34%. At $550,000 with a 5.34% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $151,955 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.99) 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: $147,090.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(956) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Merced market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,447 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,184 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 1987
7 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95341, Merced, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,816 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,963 (45.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,499 (50.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 354 ( 3.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $351,522 |
| Average Home Value | $427,970 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,985
Single Family
9,715
Multi-Family
270
Businesses
736
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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 1987
7 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95341, Merced, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,816 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,963 (45.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,499 (50.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 354 ( 3.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $351,522 |
| Average Home Value | $427,970 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,985
Single Family
9,715
Multi-Family
270
Businesses
736
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Aaron Vega • Tinetti Realty Group
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #MC25263013