3500 S Lowe AveChicagoIL60609
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3500 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL, 60609 in Chicago is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.07%. At $560,000 with a 3.07% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $154,718 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.57) 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: $56,509.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,450) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,434 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,661 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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 1956
3,708 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60609, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,870 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,623 (34.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,097 (52.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,150 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $276,214 |
| Average Home Value | $326,996 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,106
Single Family
13,314
Multi-Family
3,792
Businesses
1,598
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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 1956
3,708 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60609, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,870 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,623 (34.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,097 (52.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,150 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $276,214 |
| Average Home Value | $326,996 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,106
Single Family
13,314
Multi-Family
3,792
Businesses
1,598
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices