278 Laurel AveKenwoodCA95452
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play278 Laurel Ave, Kenwood, CA, 95452 in Kenwood is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.73%. At $1,250,000 with a 5.73% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $345,352 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.06) 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: $360,475.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,764) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Kenwood market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,969 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,235 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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 1964
0.33 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95452, Kenwood, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 659 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 429 (65.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 77 (11.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 153 (23.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $979,037 |
| Average Home Value | $1,209,936 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
444
Single Family
444
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
106
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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 1964
0.33 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95452, Kenwood, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 659 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 429 (65.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 77 (11.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 153 (23.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $979,037 |
| Average Home Value | $1,209,936 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
444
Single Family
444
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
106
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Eric John Weaver • Compass
Mls Name: SFAR
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