5530 S Kimbark AveChicagoIL60637



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 5530 S Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 in Chicago at $1,595,000, 2.67% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 2.67%. The $3,547/mo rent partially funds the $7,172/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $440,669 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.49) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $126,328.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,516) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,547 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,429 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.34x |
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 1903
4,375 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60637, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,309 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,112 (19.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,180 (65.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,017 (15.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $339,737 |
| Average Home Value | $433,374 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,517
Single Family
6,790
Multi-Family
15,727
Businesses
766



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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 1903
4,375 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60637, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,309 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,112 (19.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,180 (65.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,017 (15.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $339,737 |
| Average Home Value | $433,374 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,517
Single Family
6,790
Multi-Family
15,727
Businesses
766
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