3889 Big Mountain Rd #101WhitefishMT59937
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3889 Big Mountain Rd #101, Whitefish, MT, 59937 in Whitefish is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.03%. The 3.03% gross yield at $990,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $273,519 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.56) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $162,574.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,230) | $28,500 |
City averages based on Whitefish market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,502 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,392 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.46x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1998
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59937, Whitefish, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,003 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,953 (55.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,087 (23.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,963 (21.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $826,036 |
| Average Home Value | $961,227 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,645
Single Family
7,425
Multi-Family
220
Businesses
987
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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
Condo
Built in 1998
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 59937, Whitefish, MT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,003 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,953 (55.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,087 (23.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,963 (21.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $826,036 |
| Average Home Value | $961,227 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,645
Single Family
7,425
Multi-Family
220
Businesses
987
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices