3817 N Lowell AveChicagoIL60641
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3817 N Lowell Ave, Chicago, IL, 60641 in Chicago is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.49%. At $1,999,900 with a 4.49% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $552,536 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) 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: $353,871.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,386) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,486 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $13,076 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.57x |
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 1914
7,187 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60641, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 27,632 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,306 (44.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,179 (47.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,147 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $381,958 |
| Average Home Value | $426,841 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,193
Single Family
14,293
Multi-Family
8,900
Businesses
1,540
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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 1914
7,187 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60641, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 27,632 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,306 (44.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,179 (47.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,147 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $381,958 |
| Average Home Value | $426,841 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,193
Single Family
14,293
Multi-Family
8,900
Businesses
1,540
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices