26335 Engelmann RdValley CenterCA92082
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 26335 Engelmann Rd, Valley Center, CA, 92082 in Valley Center is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.04%. The 4.04% gross yield at $1,369,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $378,229 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.75) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $270,684.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,860) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,609 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,924 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.58x |
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 2003
5.79 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92082, Valley Center, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,714 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,081 (78.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,198 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 435 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $920,473 |
| Average Home Value | $1,003,597 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,622
Single Family
6,604
Multi-Family
18
Businesses
479
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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 2003
5.79 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92082, Valley Center, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,714 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,081 (78.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,198 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 435 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $920,473 |
| Average Home Value | $1,003,597 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,622
Single Family
6,604
Multi-Family
18
Businesses
479
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Omar Weiss • United Realty Group
Mls Name: SDMLS
Mls ID: #250041173