4251 Ethelda PlSan DiegoCA92116
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4251 Ethelda Pl, San Diego, CA, 92116 in San Diego is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.27%. At $1,300,000 with a 4.27% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $359,166 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.79) 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: $272,746.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,421) | $1,850 |
City averages based on San Diego market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,621 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,525 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 1936
4,791 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92116, San Diego, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,213 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,155 (29.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,188 (65.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 870 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,061,068 |
| Average Home Value | $1,160,248 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,254
Single Family
9,512
Multi-Family
7,742
Businesses
606
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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 1936
4,791 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92116, San Diego, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,213 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,155 (29.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,188 (65.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 870 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,061,068 |
| Average Home Value | $1,160,248 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,254
Single Family
9,512
Multi-Family
7,742
Businesses
606
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: SDMLS
Mls ID: #260006613