400 Carefree CtNilesMI49120
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 400 Carefree Ct, Niles, MI, 49120 in Niles. Rental yield 4.23%. At $359,900 with 4.23% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $99,434 in new equity by year five, complemented by $3,315/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.78) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $66,030.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,285) | $350 |
City averages based on Niles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,268 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,230 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.57x |
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 2026
5,227 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49120, Niles, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,517 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,816 (71.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,504 (21.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,197 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $196,962 |
| Average Home Value | $257,729 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,849
Single Family
14,815
Multi-Family
1,034
Businesses
1,035
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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 2026
5,227 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49120, Niles, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,517 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,816 (71.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,504 (21.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,197 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $196,962 |
| Average Home Value | $257,729 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,849
Single Family
14,815
Multi-Family
1,034
Businesses
1,035
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices