340 Ratz DrGranite CityIL62040



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play340 Ratz Dr, Granite City, IL, 62040 in Granite City is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.46%. At $342,900 with a 5.46% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $94,737 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.01) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $78,471.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(818) | $300 |
City averages based on Granite City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,560 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,242 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 2002
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62040, Granite City, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,293 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,054 (62.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,220 (27.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,019 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $120,437 |
| Average Home Value | $156,786 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,538
Single Family
17,136
Multi-Family
402
Businesses
1,080



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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 2002
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62040, Granite City, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,293 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,054 (62.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,220 (27.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,019 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $120,437 |
| Average Home Value | $156,786 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,538
Single Family
17,136
Multi-Family
402
Businesses
1,080
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Listed by: Cheryl L Johnson • Strano & Associates
Mls Name: MARIS
Mls ID: #25060446







