401 N Wabash Ave #56BChicagoIL60601



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 401 N Wabash Ave #56B, Chicago, IL, 60601 in Chicago offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 7.05%. DSCR 1.31 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $182,346 in additional property value over five years, with $6,079/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $207,307.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(701) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,877 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,315 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.90x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2008
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60601, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,493 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,495 (28.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,417 (59.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,581 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $592,502 |
| Average Home Value | $711,371 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,957
Single Family
49
Multi-Family
12,908
Businesses
1,752



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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


Condo
Built in 2008
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60601, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,493 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,495 (28.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,417 (59.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,581 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $592,502 |
| Average Home Value | $711,371 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,957
Single Family
49
Multi-Family
12,908
Businesses
1,752
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