539 Sandstone CtEl CajonCA92020
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who value predictability will appreciate 539 Sandstone Ct, El Cajon, CA, 92020 in El Cajon. At $727,423 it earns $4,891/mo in rent and distributes $391/mo to the owner after the $3,271/mo payment, a consistent 8.07% yield. DSCR 1.50 clears Ziffy Mortgage's income-only underwriting standard. Over five years, 5% annual appreciation adds $200,974 in value; $6,700/yr in principal paydown compounds ownership stake. Total projected return: $301,003.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.1% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $391 | $350 |
City averages based on El Cajon market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,891 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,211 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.16x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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.
Townhouse
Built in 2026
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92020, El Cajon, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,427 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,563 (38.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,016 (58.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $859,223 |
| Average Home Value | $900,497 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,033
Single Family
13,921
Multi-Family
7,112
Businesses
2,417
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2026
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 92020, El Cajon, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,427 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,563 (38.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,016 (58.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 848 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $859,223 |
| Average Home Value | $900,497 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,033
Single Family
13,921
Multi-Family
7,112
Businesses
2,417
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • KB Home
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