2899 River BndTraverse CityMI49696
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 2899 River Bnd, Traverse City, MI, 49696 in Traverse City worth study. Rental yield 3.37%. The 3.37% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,250,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $345,352 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $3,511/mo partially offsets the $5,621/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.62 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $171,643.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.4% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,732) | $500 |
City averages based on Traverse City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,511 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,746 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.45x |
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 1971
11.57 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49696, Traverse City, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,804 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,505 (73.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 631 (13.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 668 (13.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $370,334 |
| Average Home Value | $476,598 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,328
Single Family
4,327
Multi-Family
1
Businesses
438
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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 1971
11.57 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49696, Traverse City, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,804 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,505 (73.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 631 (13.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 668 (13.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $370,334 |
| Average Home Value | $476,598 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,328
Single Family
4,327
Multi-Family
1
Businesses
438
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Robert Brick • REMAX Bayshore - W Bay Shore Dr TC
Mls Name: NGLRMLS
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Mls ID: #1934886
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