3588 Helms AveCulver CityCA90232
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3588 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA, 90232 in Culver City fits: $1,465,000, 4.87% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $404,752 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. $13,493/yr in principal paydown and $404,752 in appreciation project a total return of $354,888.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,117) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,946 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,480 |
| 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 1927
5,401 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90232, Culver City, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,622 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,782 (32.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,264 (61.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 576 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,515,480 |
| Average Home Value | $1,516,111 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,627
Single Family
5,151
Multi-Family
2,476
Businesses
1,377
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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 1927
5,401 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90232, Culver City, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,622 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,782 (32.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,264 (61.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 576 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,515,480 |
| Average Home Value | $1,516,111 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,627
Single Family
5,151
Multi-Family
2,476
Businesses
1,377
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Danny Mahelka • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #25574253