297 W Clay Ave APT 205MuskegonMI49440



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeHigh DSCR is a competitive advantage at closing. 297 W Clay Ave APT 205, Muskegon, MI, 49440 in Muskegon achieves 1.60, rent of $1,614/mo covers the $1,011/mo payment 1.5x over at $224,900. Rental yield 8.61%. That makes it both an efficient operational hold and a straightforward underwrite for Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR program. No domestic credit history or income documentation required. Appreciation at 5%/yr adds $62,136 over five years, with $2,071/yr in principal reduction bringing total projected return to $57,279.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.6% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(483) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Muskegon market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,614 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,008 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1926
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$556 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49440, Muskegon, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 938 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 230 (24.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 610 (65.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 98 (10.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $116,667 |
| Average Home Value | $197,446 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,000
Single Family
560
Multi-Family
440
Businesses
223



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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


Condo
Built in 1926
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$556 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49440, Muskegon, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 938 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 230 (24.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 610 (65.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 98 (10.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $116,667 |
| Average Home Value | $197,446 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,000
Single Family
560
Multi-Family
440
Businesses
223
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