520 E Railroad AvenueCotatiCA94931
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play520 E Railroad Avenue, Cotati, CA, 94931 in Cotati is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.21%. At $1,299,000 with a 4.21% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $358,890 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.78) 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: $268,926.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,476) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Cotati 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 | $4,560 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,519 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 1926
10.32 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94931, Cotati, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,195 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,342 (55.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,684 (40.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 169 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $764,402 |
| Average Home Value | $815,549 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,732
Single Family
3,255
Multi-Family
477
Businesses
551
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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 1926
10.32 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94931, Cotati, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,195 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,342 (55.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,684 (40.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 169 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $764,402 |
| Average Home Value | $815,549 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,732
Single Family
3,255
Multi-Family
477
Businesses
551
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Ben Arshi • Unicorn Properties
Mls Name: BAREIS
Mls ID: #325087689