5254 Shane StKalamazooMI49009



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 5254 Shane St, Kalamazoo, MI, 49009 in Kalamazoo fits: $580,000, 5.54% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $160,243 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.54%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.09) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,342/yr in principal paydown and $160,243 in appreciation project a total return of $157,565.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,216) | $450 |
City averages based on Kalamazoo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,840 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,594 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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 2006
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49009, Kalamazoo, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,901 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,468 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,435 (30.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 998 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $361,839 |
| Average Home Value | $405,222 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,459
Single Family
15,874
Multi-Family
4,585
Businesses
854



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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 2006
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49009, Kalamazoo, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,901 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,468 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,435 (30.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 998 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $361,839 |
| Average Home Value | $405,222 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,459
Single Family
15,874
Multi-Family
4,585
Businesses
854
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