46 Waterbury LnNovatoCA94949
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 46 Waterbury Ln, Novato, CA, 94949 in Novato fits: $1,499,000, 4.03% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $414,146 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.03%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.75) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $13,806/yr in principal paydown and $414,146 in appreciation project a total return of $295,612.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,255) | $2,500 |
City averages based on Novato market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,034 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,677 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.58x |
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 2000
5,963 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
Single Family
Built in 2000
5,963 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: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: SFAR
Mls ID: #325103431