2326 S 280th PlaceFederal WayWA98003
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2326 S 280th Place, Federal Way, WA, 98003 in Federal Way is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.51%. The 5.51% gross yield at $765,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $211,355 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.02) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $219,682.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,125) | $285 |
City averages based on Federal Way market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,514 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,294 |
| 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 1998
7,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98003, Federal Way, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,028 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,192 (45.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,187 (50.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 649 ( 3.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $539,109 |
| Average Home Value | $663,372 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,426
Single Family
12,485
Multi-Family
6,941
Businesses
1,833
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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 1998
7,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98003, Federal Way, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,028 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,192 (45.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,187 (50.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 649 ( 3.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $539,109 |
| Average Home Value | $663,372 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,426
Single Family
12,485
Multi-Family
6,941
Businesses
1,833
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Lisa Phipps • Better Properties Kitsap
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2470469