4163 N Elston AveChicagoIL60618
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 4163 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL, 60618 in Chicago is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.39%. The 5.39% gross yield at $600,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $165,769 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.95) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $123,672.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,469) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,693 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,069 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 6.5% rate / 30-yr fixed, 25% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Multi Family
Built in 1933
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60618, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 40,449 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 17,253 (42.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 19,862 (49.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,334 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $543,001 |
| Average Home Value | $610,118 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
33,669
Single Family
18,656
Multi-Family
15,013
Businesses
2,411
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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
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