234 E Grantley AveElmhurstIL60126
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play234 E Grantley Ave, Elmhurst, IL, 60126 in Elmhurst is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.94%. At $1,699,900 with a 3.94% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $469,651 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.73) 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: $250,499.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,210) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Elmhurst market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,581 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,114 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.50x |
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 2025
8,385 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60126, Elmhurst, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,498 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,608 (73.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,686 (19.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,204 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $585,688 |
| Average Home Value | $651,050 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,771
Single Family
14,156
Multi-Family
3,615
Businesses
1,789
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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 2025
8,385 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60126, Elmhurst, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,498 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,608 (73.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,686 (19.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,204 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $585,688 |
| Average Home Value | $651,050 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,771
Single Family
14,156
Multi-Family
3,615
Businesses
1,789
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices