31 Sunset DrKensingtonCA94707
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 31 Sunset Dr, Kensington, CA, 94707 in Kensington fits: $1,498,000, 4.94% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $413,870 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.94%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.92) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $13,797/yr in principal paydown and $413,870 in appreciation project a total return of $314,040.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,009) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Kensington market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,172 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,585 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1928
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94707, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,251 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,153 (79.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 815 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,773,072 |
| Average Home Value | $1,728,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,167
Single Family
4,990
Multi-Family
177
Businesses
568
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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 1928
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94707, Berkeley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,251 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,153 (79.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 815 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,773,072 |
| Average Home Value | $1,728,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,167
Single Family
4,990
Multi-Family
177
Businesses
568
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices