5147 S Lorel AveChicagoIL60638



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5147 S Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL, 60638 in Chicago is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.12%. At $475,000 with a 5.12% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $131,234 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.95) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $100,046.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,269) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,026 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,106 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.65x |
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 1925
7,500 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60638, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,982 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,564 (74.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,394 (20.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,024 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $296,615 |
| Average Home Value | $318,480 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,955
Single Family
17,141
Multi-Family
2,814
Businesses
1,519



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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 1925
7,500 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60638, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,982 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,564 (74.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,394 (20.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,024 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $296,615 |
| Average Home Value | $318,480 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,955
Single Family
17,141
Multi-Family
2,814
Businesses
1,519
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