400 Chico StBakersfieldCA93305
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 400 Chico St, Bakersfield, CA, 93305 in Bakersfield is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.81%. The 3.81% gross yield at $320,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $88,410 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.71) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $59,276.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(964) | $450 |
City averages based on Bakersfield market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,015 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,852 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.55x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1946
7,405 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93305, Bakersfield, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,083 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,330 (35.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,204 (59.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 549 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $280,402 |
| Average Home Value | $352,555 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,593
Single Family
10,310
Multi-Family
1,283
Businesses
893
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1946
7,405 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93305, Bakersfield, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,083 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,330 (35.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,204 (59.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 549 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $280,402 |
| Average Home Value | $352,555 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,593
Single Family
10,310
Multi-Family
1,283
Businesses
893
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Joe Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz Realty
Mls Name: Bakersfield AOR
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Mls ID: #202507303
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