5253 Buffalo AveSherman OaksCA91401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 5253 Buffalo Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91401 in Sherman Oaks. Rental yield 5.05%. At $1,679,000 with 5.05% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $463,877 in new equity by year five, complemented by $15,464/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.94) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $422,820.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,322) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Sherman Oaks market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,064 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,719 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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 1950
6,459 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91401, Van Nuys, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,401 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,496 (33.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,307 (62.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 598 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,024,390 |
| Average Home Value | $1,142,602 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,622
Single Family
7,252
Multi-Family
8,370
Businesses
1,595
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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 1950
6,459 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91401, Van Nuys, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,401 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,496 (33.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,307 (62.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 598 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,024,390 |
| Average Home Value | $1,142,602 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,622
Single Family
7,252
Multi-Family
8,370
Businesses
1,595
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #26672723