38149 Ford RdWestlandMI48185
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play38149 Ford Rd, Westland, MI, 48185 in Westland is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.55%. At $349,900 with a 5.55% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $96,671 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.03) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $89,062.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(689) | $350 |
City averages based on Westland market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,619 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,168 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 1925
0.62 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48185, Westland, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,561 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,999 (52.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,365 (42.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,197 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $193,365 |
| Average Home Value | $224,102 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,580
Single Family
15,783
Multi-Family
7,797
Businesses
1,239
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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 1925
0.62 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48185, Westland, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,561 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,999 (52.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,365 (42.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,197 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $193,365 |
| Average Home Value | $224,102 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,580
Single Family
15,783
Multi-Family
7,797
Businesses
1,239
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices