5227-5229 Dalai Lama AveRichmondCA94804
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5227-5229 Dalai Lama Ave, Richmond, CA, 94804 in Richmond is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.71%. At $693,000 with a 5.71% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $191,463 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.06) 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: $199,255.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(987) | $250 |
City averages based on Richmond market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,300 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,011 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1979
5,001 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94804, Richmond, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,065 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,694 (47.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,578 (47.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $707,589 |
| Average Home Value | $803,285 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,528
Single Family
12,603
Multi-Family
2,925
Businesses
1,213
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1979
5,001 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94804, Richmond, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,065 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,694 (47.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,578 (47.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 793 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $707,589 |
| Average Home Value | $803,285 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,528
Single Family
12,603
Multi-Family
2,925
Businesses
1,213
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kathy Corey • Bentley Properties
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