502 N Serrano AveLos AngelesCA90004
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 502 N Serrano Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90004 in Los Angeles is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.63%. The 5.63% gross yield at $1,795,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $495,925 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.04) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $508,047.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 4.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,682) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Los Angeles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $8,422 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,390 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1956
7,553 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90004, Los Angeles, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,518 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,973 (15.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 20,281 (76.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,264 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,478,311 |
| Average Home Value | $1,529,648 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,685
Single Family
8,009
Multi-Family
16,676
Businesses
1,475
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1956
7,553 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90004, Los Angeles, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,518 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,973 (15.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 20,281 (76.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,264 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,478,311 |
| Average Home Value | $1,529,648 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,685
Single Family
8,009
Multi-Family
16,676
Businesses
1,475
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Adam Peterson • CB Richard Ellis, Inc.
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #25569149