3975 Wilson AveCastro ValleyCA94546
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3975 Wilson Ave, Castro Valley, CA, 94546 in Castro Valley fits: $759,000, 5.3% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $209,698 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.3%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.98) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,990/yr in principal paydown and $209,698 in appreciation project a total return of $201,224.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,345) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,350 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,393 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 1946
4,791 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94546, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,942 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,109 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (36.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 665 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,018,464 |
| Average Home Value | $1,118,526 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,114
Single Family
13,129
Multi-Family
3,985
Businesses
1,211
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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 1946
4,791 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94546, Castro Valley, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,942 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,109 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (36.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 665 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,018,464 |
| Average Home Value | $1,118,526 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,114
Single Family
13,129
Multi-Family
3,985
Businesses
1,211
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tannis Kristjanson • Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Mls Name: Bay East AOR
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #41120015
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