243 Columbia AvePark RidgeIL60068



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 243 Columbia Ave, Park Ridge, IL, 60068 in Park Ridge. Rental yield 5.43%. At $985,000 with 5.43% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $272,137 in new equity by year five, complemented by $9,072/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.01) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $223,776.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,377) | $300 |
City averages based on Park Ridge market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,456 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,440 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 1924
6,011 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60068, Park Ridge, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,048 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,137 (80.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,171 (14.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 740 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $532,331 |
| Average Home Value | $584,680 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,052
Single Family
12,148
Multi-Family
2,904
Businesses
1,440



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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 1924
6,011 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60068, Park Ridge, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,048 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,137 (80.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,171 (14.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 740 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $532,331 |
| Average Home Value | $584,680 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,052
Single Family
12,148
Multi-Family
2,904
Businesses
1,440
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Listed by: Jack Guest • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #12430108








