510 Wayne StSaint JosephMI49085



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 510 Wayne St, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085 in Saint Joseph fits: $450,000, 5.83% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $124,327 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.83%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.15) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $4,145/yr in principal paydown and $124,327 in appreciation project a total return of $130,164.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(833) | $350 |
City averages based on Saint Joseph market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,326 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,788 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 1922
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49085, Saint Joseph, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,734 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,123 (69.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,388 (20.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,223 (10.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $316,036 |
| Average Home Value | $368,464 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,303
Single Family
10,112
Multi-Family
1,191
Businesses
1,141



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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 1922
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49085, Saint Joseph, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,734 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,123 (69.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,388 (20.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,223 (10.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $316,036 |
| Average Home Value | $368,464 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,303
Single Family
10,112
Multi-Family
1,191
Businesses
1,141
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Listed by: Christine Norland • Jaqua Realtors
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