5118 SW 311 PlaceFederal WayWA98023
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 5118 SW 311 Place, Federal Way, WA, 98023 in Federal Way fits: $1,025,000, 4.74% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $283,189 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.74%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.88) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $9,440/yr in principal paydown and $283,189 in appreciation project a total return of $251,887.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,114) | $285 |
City averages based on Federal Way 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 | $4,048 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,754 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 1972
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98023, Federal Way, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,083 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,696 (61.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,783 (35.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 604 ( 3.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $621,826 |
| Average Home Value | $711,004 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,049
Single Family
14,981
Multi-Family
3,068
Businesses
230
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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 1972
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98023, Federal Way, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,083 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,696 (61.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,783 (35.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 604 ( 3.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $621,826 |
| Average Home Value | $711,004 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,049
Single Family
14,981
Multi-Family
3,068
Businesses
230
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Allison Pringle • John L. Scott, Inc.
Mls Name: NWMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
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Mls ID: #2515671
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