480 S Orange Grove Blvd APT 7PasadenaCA91105
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 480 S Orange Grove Blvd APT 7, Pasadena, CA, 91105 in Pasadena worth study. Rental yield 4.85%. The 4.85% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,789,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $494,268 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $7,235/mo partially offsets the $8,044/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.90 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $431,785.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,832) | $300 |
City averages based on Pasadena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,235 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,355 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1972
1.54 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91105, Pasadena, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,212 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,775 (52.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,956 (41.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 481 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,606,126 |
| Average Home Value | $1,616,411 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,607
Single Family
3,772
Multi-Family
2,835
Businesses
1,300
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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
Condo
Built in 1972
1.54 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91105, Pasadena, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,212 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,775 (52.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,956 (41.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 481 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,606,126 |
| Average Home Value | $1,616,411 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,607
Single Family
3,772
Multi-Family
2,835
Businesses
1,300
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jennifer Wenzlaff • Proper Dwelling
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #PF25168052