2462 Fordham StEast Palo AltoCA94303
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-Producing2462 Fordham St, East Palo Alto, CA, 94303 in East Palo Alto is a stable, well-positioned rental at $899,000. Rental yield 6.23%. DSCR 1.16 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage without U.S. income documentation. Over five years, 5% appreciation adds $248,377 in value and $8,280/yr in principal paydown builds equity, a total projected return of $277,064.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.2% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(999) | $1,500 |
City averages based on East Palo Alto market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,670 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,312 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.88x |
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 1951
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94303, Palo Alto, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,452 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,276 (50.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,372 (44.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 804 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,730,310 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,179
Single Family
10,525
Multi-Family
3,654
Businesses
1,127
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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 1951
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94303, Palo Alto, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,452 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,276 (50.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,372 (44.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 804 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,730,310 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,179
Single Family
10,525
Multi-Family
3,654
Businesses
1,127
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Stephan A. Marshall • Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
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Mls ID: #ML82019858
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-09-02 14:18:21 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.