3038 Shattuck AveBerkeleyCA94705



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3038 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94705 in Berkeley is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.16%. The 3.16% gross yield at $997,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $275,453 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.59) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $149,981.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,544) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Berkeley market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,623 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,771 |
| 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.
Multi Family
Built in 1951
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94705, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,006 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,060 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,496 (41.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 450 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,878,128 |
| Average Home Value | $1,777,200 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,212
Single Family
4,586
Multi-Family
1,626
Businesses
732



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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 1951
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94705, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,006 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,060 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,496 (41.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 450 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,878,128 |
| Average Home Value | $1,777,200 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,212
Single Family
4,586
Multi-Family
1,626
Businesses
732
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Listed by: Jonathan Kurniadi • Kurniadi Realty
Mls Name: CCAR
Mls ID: #41104705







