2628 West StreetBellinghamWA98225
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 2628 West Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225 in Bellingham fits: $575,000, 5.05% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $158,862 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.05%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.94) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,296/yr in principal paydown and $158,862 in appreciation project a total return of $150,991.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,035) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Bellingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,422 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,228 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 1980
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98225, Bellingham, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,865 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,090 (38.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,336 (55.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,439 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $726,050 |
| Average Home Value | $791,333 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,880
Single Family
15,965
Multi-Family
5,915
Businesses
2,556
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1980
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98225, Bellingham, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,865 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,090 (38.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,336 (55.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,439 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $726,050 |
| Average Home Value | $791,333 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,880
Single Family
15,965
Multi-Family
5,915
Businesses
2,556
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Keith Cook • RE/MAX Whatcom County, Inc.
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2473365