2521 Hillside Dr NWGrand RapidsMI49544
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeAt $329,900, 2521 Hillside Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49544 in Grand Rapids generates $2,260/mo in rent (8.22% yield) but nets only $84/mo after debt service. The spread is thin, manageable for investors comfortable with low-margin holds who are buying into the 5% annual appreciation thesis. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.52) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without personal income checks. A larger down payment reduces the monthly debt load and widens the margin. Five-year appreciation: $91,145. Total projected return: $131,179.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.2% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $84 | $850 |
City averages based on Grand Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,260 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,044 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.11x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1880
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49544, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,014 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,165 (53.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,749 (43.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 100 ( 2.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $275,189 |
| Average Home Value | $287,192 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,003
Single Family
3,350
Multi-Family
653
Businesses
574
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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 1880
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49544, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,014 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,165 (53.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,749 (43.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 100 ( 2.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $275,189 |
| Average Home Value | $287,192 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,003
Single Family
3,350
Multi-Family
653
Businesses
574
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Daniel A Lane • Success Realty West Michigan
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