38592 Emerald Ln NWestlandMI48185
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 38592 Emerald Ln N, Westland, MI, 48185 in Westland fits: $340,000, 5.51% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $93,936 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.51%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.02) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,131/yr in principal paydown and $93,936 in appreciation project a total return of $85,619.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(747) | $350 |
City averages based on Westland market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,560 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,107 |
| 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 1997
6,969 sqft 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 1997
6,969 sqft 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