3711 Scribe WayCastro ValleyCA94546
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYield and appreciation often trade off, and at 3711 Scribe Way, Castro Valley, CA, 94546 in Castro Valley the bet is firmly on appreciation. Rental yield 3.68%. The 3.68% gross yield on a $1,044,322 price is below income-first thresholds, but 5%/yr value growth projects $288,527 in equity by year five. Ziffy Mortgage's non-U.S. DSCR mortgage (0.68) finances the acquisition on rental income alone. A larger down payment (30–35%) reduces monthly debt service and tightens the spread. Total projected cumulative return: $168,592.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,554) | $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 | $3,206 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,345 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.51x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$300 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94546, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,942 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,109 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (36.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 665 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,018,464 |
| Average Home Value | $1,118,526 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,114
Single Family
13,129
Multi-Family
3,985
Businesses
1,211
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$300 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94546, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,942 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,109 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (36.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 665 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,018,464 |
| Average Home Value | $1,118,526 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,114
Single Family
13,129
Multi-Family
3,985
Businesses
1,211
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Theresa Mejia • KB Home Sales -Northern California Inc
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
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Mls ID: #ML81986824
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-02-12 05:32:30 PST. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.