42 Spruce StreetSanfordME04073



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play42 Spruce Street, Sanford, ME, 04073 in Sanford is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.22%. At $819,000 with a 3.22% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $226,275 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.60) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $119,934.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,969) | $420 |
City averages based on Sanford market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,843 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.45x |
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 1900
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 04073, Sanford, ME area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,136 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,936 (60.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,604 (32.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 596 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $339,521 |
| Average Home Value | $423,443 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,486
Single Family
7,088
Multi-Family
398
Businesses
589



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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 1900
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 04073, Sanford, ME area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,136 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,936 (60.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,604 (32.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 596 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $339,521 |
| Average Home Value | $423,443 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,486
Single Family
7,088
Multi-Family
398
Businesses
589
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