5481 Katherine AveSherman OaksCA91401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5481 Katherine Ave, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91401 in Sherman Oaks is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.04%. At $1,795,000 with a 5.04% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $495,925 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.93) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $450,771.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,572) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Sherman Oaks market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,532 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,390 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 1968
5,614 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91401, Van Nuys, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,401 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,496 (33.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,307 (62.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 598 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,024,390 |
| Average Home Value | $1,142,602 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,622
Single Family
7,252
Multi-Family
8,370
Businesses
1,595
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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 1968
5,614 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91401, Van Nuys, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,401 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,496 (33.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,307 (62.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 598 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,024,390 |
| Average Home Value | $1,142,602 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,622
Single Family
7,252
Multi-Family
8,370
Businesses
1,595
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Audrey Hanneman • Compass
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #26646501