2730 S Merrill RdMerrillMI48637



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 2730 S Merrill Rd, Merrill, MI, 48637 in Merrill offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 6.16%. DSCR 1.14 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $96,699 in additional property value over five years, with $3,224/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $100,363.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.2% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(512) | $850 |
City averages based on Merrill market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,796 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,169 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 1960
1.60 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48637, Merrill, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,436 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,233 (85.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 114 ( 7.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 89 ( 6.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $207,424 |
| Average Home Value | $271,932 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,143
Single Family
1,143
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
54



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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 1960
1.60 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48637, Merrill, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,436 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,233 (85.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 114 ( 7.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 89 ( 6.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $207,424 |
| Average Home Value | $271,932 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,143
Single Family
1,143
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
54
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Listed by: Herbert Saenz • Modern Realty
Mls Name: MIDMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #50170739
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