49 E 38th AveSan MateoCA94403
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 49 E 38th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94403 in San Mateo is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.8%. The 4.8% gross yield at $1,599,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $441,774 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.89) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $333,130.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,300) | $300 |
City averages based on San Mateo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,401 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,064 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1953
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94403, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,063 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,115 (50.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,169 (45.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 779 ( 4.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,780,439 |
| Average Home Value | $1,705,852 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,939
Single Family
11,963
Multi-Family
5,976
Businesses
1,296
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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 1953
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94403, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,063 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,115 (50.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,169 (45.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 779 ( 4.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,780,439 |
| Average Home Value | $1,705,852 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,939
Single Family
11,963
Multi-Family
5,976
Businesses
1,296
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Fan Wang • Keller Williams Thrive
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
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Mls ID: #ML82002439
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-04-18 18:01:35 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.