389 Valdez AveGoletaCA93117
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 389 Valdez Ave, Goleta, CA, 93117 in Goleta is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.62%. The 4.62% gross yield at $1,349,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $372,704 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.86) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $308,540.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,154) | $2,500 |
City averages based on Goleta market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,191 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,808 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1962
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93117, Goleta, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,278 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,628 (36.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,645 (58.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,005 ( 5.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,032,223 |
| Average Home Value | $1,161,338 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,996
Single Family
13,058
Multi-Family
3,938
Businesses
1,369
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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 1962
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93117, Goleta, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,278 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,628 (36.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,645 (58.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,005 ( 5.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,032,223 |
| Average Home Value | $1,161,338 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,996
Single Family
13,058
Multi-Family
3,938
Businesses
1,369
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Stephanie H Rachford • Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara
Mls Name: SBMLS
Mls ID: #25-4273