5649 E Desert Forest TrlCave CreekAZ85331

INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 5649 E Desert Forest Trl, Cave Creek, AZ, 85331 in Cave Creek. Rental yield 4.82%. At $875,000 with 4.82% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $241,746 in new equity by year five, complemented by $8,059/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.89) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $216,035.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,791) | $320 |
City averages based on Cave Creek market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,517 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,960 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.71x |
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 2013
7,324 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$136 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85331, Cave Creek, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,894 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,651 (83.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,146 ( 8.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,097 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $695,432 |
| Average Home Value | $798,426 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,371
Single Family
8,007
Multi-Family
5,364
Businesses
438



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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 2013
7,324 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$136 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 85331, Cave Creek, AZ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,894 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,651 (83.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,146 ( 8.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,097 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $695,432 |
| Average Home Value | $798,426 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,371
Single Family
8,007
Multi-Family
5,364
Businesses
438
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Listed by: Michelle Horowitz • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
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Mls ID: #6862519
Disclaimer: All information should be verified by the recipient and none is guaranteed as accurate by ARMLS Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc., Designated REALTOR- Chris Long - (480) 907-1010








