3544 S Dawson StreetSeattleWA98118
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3544 S Dawson Street, Seattle, WA, 98118 in Seattle fits: $655,000, 4.87% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $180,964 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.87%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.90) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,033/yr in principal paydown and $180,964 in appreciation project a total return of $165,681.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,283) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,660 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,677 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 2025
1,062 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98118, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,071 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,434 (52.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,756 (43.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 881 ( 4.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $876,613 |
| Average Home Value | $1,025,181 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,933
Single Family
13,469
Multi-Family
6,464
Businesses
1,135
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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 2025
1,062 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98118, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,071 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,434 (52.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,756 (43.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 881 ( 4.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $876,613 |
| Average Home Value | $1,025,181 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,933
Single Family
13,469
Multi-Family
6,464
Businesses
1,135
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #2521886