36 Alder WayWhitefishMT59937
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 36 Alder Way, Whitefish, MT, 59937 in Whitefish fits: $399,000, 4.44% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $110,236 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.44%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.82) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,675/yr in principal paydown and $110,236 in appreciation project a total return of $95,561.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,417) | $28,500 |
City averages based on Whitefish market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,475 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,173 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.68x |
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 1975
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59937, Whitefish, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,003 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,953 (55.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,087 (23.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,963 (21.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $826,036 |
| Average Home Value | $961,227 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,645
Single Family
7,425
Multi-Family
220
Businesses
987
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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 1975
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59937, Whitefish, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,003 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,953 (55.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,087 (23.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,963 (21.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $826,036 |
| Average Home Value | $961,227 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,645
Single Family
7,425
Multi-Family
220
Businesses
987
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices