4915 Terra Cotta RdCrystal LakeIL60012



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 4915 Terra Cotta Rd, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012 in Crystal Lake fits: $1,075,000, 3.68% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $297,003 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.68%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.68) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $9,901/yr in principal paydown and $297,003 in appreciation project a total return of $143,290.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,162) | $250 |
City averages based on Crystal Lake market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,294 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,029 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.47x |
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 1935
5.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60012, Crystal Lake, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,498 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,842 (85.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 483 (10.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 173 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $413,115 |
| Average Home Value | $454,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,334
Single Family
4,128
Multi-Family
206
Businesses
194



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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 1935
5.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60012, Crystal Lake, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,498 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,842 (85.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 483 (10.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 173 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $413,115 |
| Average Home Value | $454,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,334
Single Family
4,128
Multi-Family
206
Businesses
194
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Listed by: Amber Cawley • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #12452881








