231 N 182 WValparaisoIN46385



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 231 N 182 W, Valparaiso, IN, 46385 in Valparaiso is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.46%. The 5.46% gross yield at $1,299,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $358,890 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.01) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $370,386.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,883) | $420 |
City averages based on Valparaiso market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,915 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,281 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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 2005
2.75 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 46385, Valparaiso, IN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,104 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 14,253 (83.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,163 (12.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 688 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $335,578 |
| Average Home Value | $360,727 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,777
Single Family
16,182
Multi-Family
595
Businesses
505



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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 2005
2.75 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 46385, Valparaiso, IN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,104 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 14,253 (83.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,163 (12.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 688 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $335,578 |
| Average Home Value | $360,727 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,777
Single Family
16,182
Multi-Family
595
Businesses
505
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Listed by: Julie Elisha • McColly Real Estate
Mls Name: NIRA
Mls ID: #831095








