536 S Main StColumbiaIL62236
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 536 S Main St, Columbia, IL, 62236 in Columbia fits: $660,000, 1.85% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $182,346 in value within five years. Rental yield 1.85%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.34) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,079/yr in principal paydown and $182,346 in appreciation project a total return of $23,467.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.9% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,558) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Columbia 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 | $1,020 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,315 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.24x |
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 1900
0.40 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62236, Columbia, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,987 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,739 (79.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 930 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 318 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $325,870 |
| Average Home Value | $363,309 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,708
Single Family
5,560
Multi-Family
148
Businesses
511
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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 1900
0.40 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 62236, Columbia, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,987 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,739 (79.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 930 (15.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 318 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $325,870 |
| Average Home Value | $363,309 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,708
Single Family
5,560
Multi-Family
148
Businesses
511
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices