5789 N Elston AveChicagoIL60646



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 5789 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL, 60646 in Chicago fits: $835,000, 3.99% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $230,695 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.99%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.74) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $7,690/yr in principal paydown and $230,695 in appreciation project a total return of $125,164.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,017) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,774 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,459 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.51x |
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 1987
3,125 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60646, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,632 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,976 (75.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,136 (20.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 520 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $487,761 |
| Average Home Value | $550,834 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,684
Single Family
9,046
Multi-Family
1,638
Businesses
958



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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 1987
3,125 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60646, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,632 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,976 (75.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,136 (20.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 520 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $487,761 |
| Average Home Value | $550,834 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,684
Single Family
9,046
Multi-Family
1,638
Businesses
958
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