4281 Franklin TrlSterlingMI48659



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingInvestors approaching the U.S. market with capital-preservation in mind will find 4281 Franklin Trl, Sterling, MI, 48659 in Sterling aligned with their strategy. Rental yield 6.13%. DSCR 1.14 and 6.13% yield provide a sound foundation. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR program enables non-U.S. residents to acquire without domestic credit. Over five years, 5% appreciation and $2,993/yr in paydown build toward a projected cumulative return of $92,754.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(484) | $250 |
City averages based on Sterling market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,660 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,014 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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 1979
0.72 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48659, Sterling, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,336 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,041 (77.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 116 ( 8.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 179 (13.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $153,635 |
| Average Home Value | $181,765 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,126
Single Family
1,126
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
46



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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 1979
0.72 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48659, Sterling, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,336 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,041 (77.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 116 ( 8.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 179 (13.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $153,635 |
| Average Home Value | $181,765 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,126
Single Family
1,126
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
46
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Listed by: Denise Fladeboe • Century 21 Signature Realty
Mls Name: NGLRMLS
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Mls ID: #1927254
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