5696 Trailside Ln #1Whitmore LakeMI48189
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeTight but positive: 5696 Trailside Ln #1, Whitmore Lake, MI, 48189 in Whitmore Lake at $439,999 earns $3,299/mo in rent and nets $187/mo after the $1,979/mo payment, a 9% yield with limited short-term income headroom. The equity story offsets the thin monthly spread: 5% annual appreciation adds $121,564 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage underwrites this on a 1.67 DSCR without U.S. credit history. With $4,052/yr in principal paydown, total projected return reaches $180,556.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $187 | $350 |
City averages based on Whitmore Lake market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,299 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,937 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.12x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$210 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48189, Whitmore Lake, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,666 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,337 (80.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 939 (14.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 390 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $360,856 |
| Average Home Value | $377,297 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,800
Single Family
5,800
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
312
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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 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$210 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48189, Whitmore Lake, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,666 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,337 (80.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 939 (14.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 390 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $360,856 |
| Average Home Value | $377,297 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,800
Single Family
5,800
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
312
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Lisa Bartleman • Norfolk Realty Limited
Mls Name: MichRIC
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