46 Grass CtNovatoCA94949
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 46 Grass Ct, Novato, CA, 94949 in Novato worth study. Rental yield 5.09%. The 5.09% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,625,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $448,958 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $6,898/mo partially offsets the $7,307/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.94 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $413,188.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(22,700) | $2,500 |
City averages based on Novato market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,898 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,406 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1978
5,186 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94949, Novato, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,048 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,454 (63.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,232 (31.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 362 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,084,906 |
| Average Home Value | $1,131,264 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,438
Single Family
6,628
Multi-Family
810
Businesses
847
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1978
5,186 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94949, Novato, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,048 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,454 (63.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,232 (31.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 362 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,084,906 |
| Average Home Value | $1,131,264 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,438
Single Family
6,628
Multi-Family
810
Businesses
847
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jefrey Henderson • Jefrey Henderson, Broker
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82035885