27437 Lyford StHaywardCA94544
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play27437 Lyford St, Hayward, CA, 94544 in Hayward is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.84%. At $1,045,000 with a 4.84% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $288,714 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.90) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $242,843.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,394) | $800 |
City averages based on Hayward market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,212 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,190 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.68x |
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 1956
5,270 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94544, Hayward, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 25,658 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,411 (48.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,989 (46.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,258 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $816,372 |
| Average Home Value | $908,386 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,688
Single Family
16,615
Multi-Family
8,073
Businesses
1,637
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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 1956
5,270 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94544, Hayward, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 25,658 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,411 (48.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,989 (46.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,258 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $816,372 |
| Average Home Value | $908,386 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,688
Single Family
16,615
Multi-Family
8,073
Businesses
1,637
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices