431 Craftsman Drive NWOlympiaWA98502



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 431 Craftsman Drive NW, Olympia, WA, 98502 in Olympia is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.93%. The 5.93% gross yield at $498,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $137,588 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.10) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $154,062.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(535) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Olympia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,459 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,795 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.88x |
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 2004
4,247 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98502, Olympia, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,410 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,622 (52.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,848 (41.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 940 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $624,493 |
| Average Home Value | $686,725 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,624
Single Family
12,821
Multi-Family
2,803
Businesses
966



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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 2004
4,247 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98502, Olympia, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,410 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,622 (52.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,848 (41.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 940 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $624,493 |
| Average Home Value | $686,725 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,624
Single Family
12,821
Multi-Family
2,803
Businesses
966
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Listed by: Barb Muirhead • Van Dorm Realty, Inc
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2405322








