427 Ruth AveCottage hillsIL62018
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 427 Ruth Ave, Cottage hills, IL, 62018 in Cottage hills. Rental yield 5.2%. At $250,000 with 5.2% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $69,070 in new equity by year five, complemented by $2,303/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.96) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $53,809.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(650) | $300 |
City averages based on Cottage hills 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 | $1,084 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,635 |
| 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 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 1960
8,659 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62018, Cottage Hills, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,665 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 965 (58.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 500 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 200 (12.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $116,618 |
| Average Home Value | $140,492 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,343
Single Family
1,343
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
55
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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 1960
8,659 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62018, Cottage Hills, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,665 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 965 (58.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 500 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 200 (12.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $116,618 |
| Average Home Value | $140,492 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,343
Single Family
1,343
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
55
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MARIS
Mls ID: #26033880