2557 12th Avenue WSeattleWA98119
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 2557 12th Avenue W, Seattle, WA, 98119 in Seattle offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 6.16%. DSCR 0.90 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $270,756 in additional property value over five years, with $9,026/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $246,650.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.2% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(879) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,979 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,520 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1960
3,998 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98119, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,303 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,344 (34.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,857 (57.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,102 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,368,989 |
| Average Home Value | $1,414,364 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,152
Single Family
5,404
Multi-Family
8,748
Businesses
905
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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
Multi Family
Built in 1960
3,998 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98119, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,303 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,344 (34.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,857 (57.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,102 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,368,989 |
| Average Home Value | $1,414,364 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,152
Single Family
5,404
Multi-Family
8,748
Businesses
905
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Rick Juma • Aqua
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #2361953
Disclaimer: Listing information is provided by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS). Property information is based on available data that may include MLS information, county records, and other sources. Listings marked with this symbol: provided by Northwest Multiple Listing Service, 2025. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale or withdrawal. 2025 NWMLS. All rights are reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing has not been verified by Zillow, Inc. and should be verified by the buyer. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. [Click here for more information](/mls-disclaimers/#39)