517 Rand StSan MateoCA94401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 517 Rand St, San Mateo, CA, 94401 in San Mateo fits: $1,438,888, 4.68% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $397,538 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.68%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.87) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $13,252/yr in principal paydown and $397,538 in appreciation project a total return of $334,133.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,286) | $300 |
City averages based on San Mateo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,615 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,329 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.67x |
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 1949
6,250 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94401, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,445 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,284 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,313 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,290,449 |
| Average Home Value | $1,349,689 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,397
Single Family
5,899
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,487
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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 1949
6,250 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94401, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,445 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,284 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,313 (54.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,290,449 |
| Average Home Value | $1,349,689 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,397
Single Family
5,899
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,487
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices