235 W Van Buren St UNIT 1401ChicagoIL60607

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderRental yield 7.49%. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $109,325, and $3,644/yr in principal equity projects total return of $100,418.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.5% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(830) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,470 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,142 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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.
Condo
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$475 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60607, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,465 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,294 (28.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,988 (57.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,183 (14.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $500,000 |
| Average Home Value | $597,212 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,737
Single Family
2,220
Multi-Family
17,517
Businesses
1,968



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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


Condo
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$475 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60607, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,465 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,294 (28.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,988 (57.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,183 (14.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $500,000 |
| Average Home Value | $597,212 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,737
Single Family
2,220
Multi-Family
17,517
Businesses
1,968
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