3842 Brook DrTraverse CityMI49684



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who value predictability will appreciate 3842 Brook Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49684 in Traverse City. At $274,900 it earns $2,268/mo in rent and distributes $455/mo to the owner after the $1,236/mo payment, a consistent 9.9% yield. DSCR 1.83 clears Ziffy Mortgage's income-only underwriting standard. Over five years, 5% annual appreciation adds $75,950 in value; $2,532/yr in principal paydown compounds ownership stake. Total projected return: $134,046.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $455 | $500 |
City averages based on Traverse City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,268 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,703 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.33x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1954
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49684, Traverse City, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,302 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,484 (60.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,386 (27.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,432 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $398,218 |
| Average Home Value | $509,057 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,586
Single Family
9,750
Multi-Family
1,836
Businesses
1,955



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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 1954
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49684, Traverse City, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,302 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,484 (60.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,386 (27.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,432 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $398,218 |
| Average Home Value | $509,057 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,586
Single Family
9,750
Multi-Family
1,836
Businesses
1,955
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Listed by: Karen Schmidt • Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver
Mls Name: NGLRMLS
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Mls ID: #1932958
Disclaimer: The information in this listing was gathered from third-party sources including the seller. Northern Great Lakes REALTORS MLS and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Copyright 2025 Northern Great Lakes REALTORS MLS. All Rights Reserved.







