5018 Northlawn DrSterling HeightsMI48310
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 5018 Northlawn Dr, Sterling Heights, MI, 48310 in Sterling Heights. Rental yield 3.01%. At $699,999 with 3.01% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $193,397 in new equity by year five, complemented by $6,447/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.56) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $82,705.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,858) | $850 |
City averages based on Sterling Heights market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,758 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,338 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.41x |
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 2024
0.57 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48310, Sterling Heights, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,880 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,823 (74.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,635 (22.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 422 ( 2.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $282,538 |
| Average Home Value | $295,248 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,732
Single Family
14,767
Multi-Family
965
Businesses
876
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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 2024
0.57 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48310, Sterling Heights, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,880 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,823 (74.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,635 (22.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 422 ( 2.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $282,538 |
| Average Home Value | $295,248 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,732
Single Family
14,767
Multi-Family
965
Businesses
876
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Andrew A Konopada • RE/MAX Classic
Mls Name: Realcomp II
Mls ID: #20240023210