5308 University DrSanta BarbaraCA93111
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 5308 University Dr, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111 in Santa Barbara fits: $1,795,000, 3.65% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $495,925 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.65%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.68) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $16,532/yr in principal paydown and $495,925 in appreciation project a total return of $317,439.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,644) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Barbara market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,460 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,390 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 1961
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93111, Santa Barbara, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,567 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,404 (67.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,886 (28.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 277 ( 4.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,264,497 |
| Average Home Value | $1,323,787 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,780
Single Family
5,977
Multi-Family
803
Businesses
493
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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 1961
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93111, Santa Barbara, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,567 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,404 (67.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,886 (28.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 277 ( 4.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,264,497 |
| Average Home Value | $1,323,787 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,780
Single Family
5,977
Multi-Family
803
Businesses
493
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tyler Whelehan • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Mls Name: SBMLS
Mls ID: #26-301