28 Groveland StBattle CreekMI49017
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play28 Groveland St, Battle Creek, MI, 49017 in Battle Creek is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.27%. At $324,900 with a 4.27% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $89,764 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.79) 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: $60,297.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 8.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(987) | $450 |
City averages based on Battle Creek market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,156 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,013 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.57x |
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 1920
7,405 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49017, Battle Creek, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,526 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,408 (67.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,282 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 836 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $164,086 |
| Average Home Value | $199,413 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,194
Single Family
8,190
Multi-Family
1,004
Businesses
469
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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 1920
7,405 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49017, Battle Creek, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,526 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,408 (67.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,282 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 836 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $164,086 |
| Average Home Value | $199,413 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,194
Single Family
8,190
Multi-Family
1,004
Businesses
469
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Mike Sandstrom • Chuck Jaqua, REALTOR
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