542 Chiechi AveSan JoseCA95126
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeMost investment properties struggle to clear the 1.25x DSCR minimum. 542 Chiechi Ave, San Jose, CA, 95126 in San Jose clears it at 1.56, a meaningful distinction for the Ziffy Mortgage DSCR approval process. Rental yield 8.49%. Strong coverage makes approval clean and leaves room for vacancy without breaching underwriting thresholds. Five-year appreciation: $138,141; $4,605/yr in principal equity; total projected return: $165,831.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(383) | $500 |
City averages based on San Jose market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,496 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,723 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1988
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$620 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95126, San Jose, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,368 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,905 (26.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,253 (66.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,210 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,438,605 |
| Average Home Value | $1,482,739 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,293
Single Family
10,636
Multi-Family
6,657
Businesses
1,415
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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
Condo
Built in 1988
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$620 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95126, San Jose, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,368 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,905 (26.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,253 (66.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,210 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,438,605 |
| Average Home Value | $1,482,739 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,293
Single Family
10,636
Multi-Family
6,657
Businesses
1,415
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: David Gomez • eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
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Mls ID: #ML81920146
Disclaimer: Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2025-05-13 20:41:18 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.