3619 Fir StEast ChicagoIN46312
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 3619 Fir St, East Chicago, IN, 46312 in East Chicago. Rental yield 2.73%. At $550,000 with 2.73% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $151,955 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,611/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.48) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $65,786.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,051) | $400 |
City averages based on East Chicago 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 | $1,250 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,217 |
| 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 6.5% rate / 30-yr fixed, 25% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Multi Family
Built in 1913
4,495 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


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