312 Ocean StSanta CruzCA95060

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 312 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 in Santa Cruz at $1,515,000, 3.12% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 3.12%. The $3,941/mo rent partially funds the $6,812/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $418,567 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.58) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $225,002.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,431) | $300 |
City averages based on Santa Cruz market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,941 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,769 |
| 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 1938
6,752 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95060, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,846 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,053 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,392 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,401 (11.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,387,725 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,930 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,805
Single Family
16,578
Multi-Family
2,227
Businesses
2,179



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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 1938
6,752 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95060, Santa Cruz, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,846 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,053 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,392 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,401 (11.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,387,725 |
| Average Home Value | $1,409,930 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,805
Single Family
16,578
Multi-Family
2,227
Businesses
2,179
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Listed by: Raul E. Richardson • Real Estate Investment Experts, Inc.
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82032154








