28 Hale Manu DrHiloHI96720



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play28 Hale Manu Dr, Hilo, HI, 96720 in Hilo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.38%. At $775,000 with a 4.38% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $214,118 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.81) 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: $190,158.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 5.4% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,585) | $285 |
City averages based on Hilo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,828 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,105 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 1961
6.66 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96720, Hilo, HI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,041 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,651 (58.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,423 (32.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,967 ( 9.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $598,069 |
| Average Home Value | $649,712 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,664
Single Family
15,439
Multi-Family
2,225
Businesses
2,357



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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 1961
6.66 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 96720, Hilo, HI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,041 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,651 (58.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,423 (32.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,967 ( 9.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $598,069 |
| Average Home Value | $649,712 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,664
Single Family
15,439
Multi-Family
2,225
Businesses
2,357
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