5016 California Avenue SW #402SeattleWA98136
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYield and appreciation often trade off, and at 5016 California Avenue SW #402, Seattle, WA, 98136 in Seattle the bet is firmly on appreciation. Rental yield 4.33%. The 4.33% gross yield on a $715,000 price is below income-first thresholds, but 5%/yr value growth projects $197,541 in equity by year five. Ziffy Mortgage's non-U.S. DSCR mortgage (0.80) finances the acquisition on rental income alone. A larger down payment (30–35%) reduces monthly debt service and tightens the spread. Total projected cumulative return: $160,027.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,718) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Seattle 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 | $2,580 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,014 |
| 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.
Condo
Built in 2003
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98136, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,622 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,097 (66.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,232 (29.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 293 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $980,742 |
| Average Home Value | $1,185,017 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,807
Single Family
6,016
Multi-Family
1,791
Businesses
196
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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 2003
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98136, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,622 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,097 (66.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,232 (29.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 293 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $980,742 |
| Average Home Value | $1,185,017 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,807
Single Family
6,016
Multi-Family
1,791
Businesses
196
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jayme J. Johnson • Windermere West Metro
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2404965