4901 Ethel AveSherman OaksCA91423
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 4901 Ethel Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91423 in Sherman Oaks fits: $1,550,000, 5.97% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $428,236 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.97%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.11) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $14,276/yr in principal paydown and $428,236 in appreciation project a total return of $428,700.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,514) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Sherman Oaks market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,711 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,609 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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 1952
7,379 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91423, Sherman Oaks, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,192 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,799 (35.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,370 (57.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,023 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,482,026 |
| Average Home Value | $1,509,552 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,535
Single Family
6,051
Multi-Family
9,484
Businesses
1,185
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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 1952
7,379 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91423, Sherman Oaks, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,192 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,799 (35.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,370 (57.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,023 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,482,026 |
| Average Home Value | $1,509,552 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,535
Single Family
6,051
Multi-Family
9,484
Businesses
1,185
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices