2401 Somerset AveCastro ValleyCA94546
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2401 Somerset Ave, Castro Valley, CA, 94546 in Castro Valley is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.48%. At $1,150,000 with a 4.48% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $317,724 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) 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: $254,462.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,822) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,292 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,657 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1960
4,992 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94546, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,942 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,109 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (36.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 665 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,018,464 |
| Average Home Value | $1,118,526 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,114
Single Family
13,129
Multi-Family
3,985
Businesses
1,211
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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 1960
4,992 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94546, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,942 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,109 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (36.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 665 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,018,464 |
| Average Home Value | $1,118,526 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,114
Single Family
13,129
Multi-Family
3,985
Businesses
1,211
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Khyati Karia • Redfin
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82013460