49 Prairie Ave #49BHighwoodIL60040
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 49 Prairie Ave #49B, Highwood, IL, 60040 in Highwood. Rental yield 3.99%. At $849,000 with 3.99% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $234,563 in new equity by year five, complemented by $7,117/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.70) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $111,241.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,069) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Highwood market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,820 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,758 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.49x |
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 6.5% rate / 30-yr fixed, 25% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Townhouse
Built in 2026
7,492 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60040, Highwood, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,761 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 703 (39.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 966 (54.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 92 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $408,333 |
| Average Home Value | $509,936 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,808
Single Family
1,339
Multi-Family
469
Businesses
222



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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


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