36684 Palomares RdCastro ValleyCA94552



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 36684 Palomares Rd, Castro Valley, CA, 94552 in Castro Valley. Rental yield 5.16%. At $699,000 with 5.16% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $193,121 in new equity by year five, complemented by $6,438/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.96) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $180,141.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,321) | $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 | $3,004 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,046 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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 1952
4.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94552, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,160 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,470 (86.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 548 (10.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 142 ( 2.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,443,056 |
| Average Home Value | $1,462,713 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,062
Single Family
4,824
Multi-Family
238
Businesses
82



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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 1952
4.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94552, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,160 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,470 (86.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 548 (10.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 142 ( 2.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,443,056 |
| Average Home Value | $1,462,713 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,062
Single Family
4,824
Multi-Family
238
Businesses
82
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