3569 Block AveEast ChicagoIN46312
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3569 Block Ave, East Chicago, IN, 46312 in East Chicago is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.71%. At $300,000 with a 5.71% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $82,884 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.06) 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: $89,548.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(373) | $400 |
City averages based on East Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,428 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,681 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 1963
4,748 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 46312, East Chicago, IN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,707 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,168 (35.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,726 (48.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,813 (15.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $114,200 |
| Average Home Value | $171,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,920
Single Family
7,745
Multi-Family
1,175
Businesses
671
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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 1963
4,748 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 46312, East Chicago, IN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,707 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,168 (35.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,726 (48.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,813 (15.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $114,200 |
| Average Home Value | $171,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,920
Single Family
7,745
Multi-Family
1,175
Businesses
671
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Christina Lee • The Lyons Group Real Estate
Mls Name: NIRA
Mls ID: #825070