5220 Sassafrass Drive #1MadisonWI53711
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 5220 Sassafrass Drive #1, Madison, WI, 53711 in Madison offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 6.9%. DSCR 1.28 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $133,997 in additional property value over five years, with $4,467/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $154,953.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.9% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(467) | $450 |
City averages based on Madison 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 | $2,788 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,062 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.91x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 53711, Madison, WI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,716 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,834 (58.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,971 (37.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 911 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $461,189 |
| Average Home Value | $519,271 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,407
Single Family
15,722
Multi-Family
7,685
Businesses
774
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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
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 53711, Madison, WI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,716 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,834 (58.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,971 (37.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 911 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $461,189 |
| Average Home Value | $519,271 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,407
Single Family
15,722
Multi-Family
7,685
Businesses
774
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices