5201 W Melrose AveFresnoCA93722



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5201 W Melrose Ave, Fresno, CA, 93722 in Fresno is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.34%. At $799,700 with a 5.34% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $220,942 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.99) 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: $213,521.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,394) | $420 |
City averages based on Fresno market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,558 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,634 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 2005
5.88 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93722, Fresno, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 28,049 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 16,255 (58.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,723 (38.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,071 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $390,334 |
| Average Home Value | $427,804 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
27,919
Single Family
25,848
Multi-Family
2,071
Businesses
1,694



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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 2005
5.88 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93722, Fresno, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 28,049 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 16,255 (58.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,723 (38.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,071 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $390,334 |
| Average Home Value | $427,804 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
27,919
Single Family
25,848
Multi-Family
2,071
Businesses
1,694
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