3948 Waterleaf AveSacramentoCA95835
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3948 Waterleaf Ave, Sacramento, CA, 95835 in Sacramento is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.18%. At $1,060,990 with a 5.18% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $293,132 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.96) 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: $274,397.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,085) | $285 |
City averages based on Sacramento market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,576 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,141 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 2021
5,201 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95835, Sacramento, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,097 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,150 (63.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,936 (30.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,011 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $623,987 |
| Average Home Value | $653,313 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,223
Single Family
12,806
Multi-Family
3,417
Businesses
129
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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 2021
5,201 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95835, Sacramento, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,097 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,150 (63.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,936 (30.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,011 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $623,987 |
| Average Home Value | $653,313 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,223
Single Family
12,806
Multi-Family
3,417
Businesses
129
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MetroList Services of CA
Mls ID: #225083991