3435 Richland Dr APT 6Santa BarbaraCA93105
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 3435 Richland Dr APT 6, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105 in Santa Barbara worth study. Rental yield 5.85%. The 5.85% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $789,800, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $218,207 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $3,852/mo partially offsets the $3,551/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.08 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $232,962.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,034) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Barbara market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,852 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,572 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.84x |
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 1961
871.20 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93105, Santa Barbara, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,041 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,109 (50.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,906 (40.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,026 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,647,666 |
| Average Home Value | $1,606,828 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,231
Single Family
8,520
Multi-Family
2,711
Businesses
875
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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 1961
871.20 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93105, Santa Barbara, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,041 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,109 (50.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,906 (40.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,026 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,647,666 |
| Average Home Value | $1,606,828 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,231
Single Family
8,520
Multi-Family
2,711
Businesses
875
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Michelle Madril • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Mls Name: SBMLS
Mls ID: #26-82