4545 Merkel LnOscodaMI48750
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 4545 Merkel Ln, Oscoda, MI, 48750 in Oscoda fits: $549,000, 5.63% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $151,679 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.63%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.04) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,056/yr in principal paydown and $151,679 in appreciation project a total return of $142,045.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,043) | $350 |
City averages based on Oscoda market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,578 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,402 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 2022
0.56 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48750, Oscoda, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,569 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,135 (47.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,017 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,417 (36.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $123,354 |
| Average Home Value | $190,337 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,006
Single Family
4,917
Multi-Family
89
Businesses
358
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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 2022
0.56 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48750, Oscoda, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,569 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,135 (47.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,017 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,417 (36.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $123,354 |
| Average Home Value | $190,337 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,006
Single Family
4,917
Multi-Family
89
Businesses
358
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Allison Brothers • REAL ESTATE ONE NORTHEAST
Mls Name: NGLRMLS
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Mls ID: #1929221
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