5526 Sierra Vista AveLos AngelesCA90038
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5526 Sierra Vista Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90038 in Los Angeles is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.32%. At $1,150,000 with a 4.32% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $317,724 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.80) 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: $244,682.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 4.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,974) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Los Angeles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,140 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,657 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.62x |
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 1928
9,404 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90038, Los Angeles, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,623 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,163 ( 7.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,983 (83.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,477 ( 9.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,256,098 |
| Average Home Value | $1,319,922 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,572
Single Family
5,034
Multi-Family
9,538
Businesses
1,235
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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 1928
9,404 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90038, Los Angeles, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,623 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,163 ( 7.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,983 (83.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,477 ( 9.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,256,098 |
| Average Home Value | $1,319,922 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,572
Single Family
5,034
Multi-Family
9,538
Businesses
1,235
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: CLAW
Mls ID: #26668885