4636 Serra AveFremontCA94538
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4636 Serra Ave, Fremont, CA, 94538 in Fremont is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.99%. At $1,540,000 with a 3.99% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $425,474 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.74) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $288,460.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,605) | $2,500 |
City averages based on Fremont market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,124 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,117 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 1961
6,534 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94538, Fremont, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,484 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,624 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,116 (49.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,744 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,190,285 |
| Average Home Value | $1,209,831 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,798
Single Family
15,392
Multi-Family
8,406
Businesses
3,823
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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 1961
6,534 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94538, Fremont, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,484 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,624 (43.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,116 (49.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,744 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,190,285 |
| Average Home Value | $1,209,831 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,798
Single Family
15,392
Multi-Family
8,406
Businesses
3,823
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices