5103 Emerald StTorranceCA90503



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 5103 Emerald St, Torrance, CA, 90503 in Torrance is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.97%. The 5.97% gross yield at $1,200,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $331,538 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.11) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $361,457.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,453) | $250 |
City averages based on Torrance market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,970 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,946 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 1948
7,619 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90503, Torrance, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,386 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,948 (48.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,776 (47.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 662 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,016,792 |
| Average Home Value | $1,090,130 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,694
Single Family
9,006
Multi-Family
8,688
Businesses
1,947



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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 1948
7,619 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90503, Torrance, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,386 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,948 (48.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,776 (47.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 662 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,016,792 |
| Average Home Value | $1,090,130 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,694
Single Family
9,006
Multi-Family
8,688
Businesses
1,947
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