5819 S Michigan AveChicagoIL60637
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 5819 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 in Chicago fits: $859,700, 5.06% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $237,519 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.06%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.94) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $7,918/yr in principal paydown and $237,519 in appreciation project a total return of $178,119.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,341) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,622 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,621 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 N/A
4,025 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


Multi Family
Built in N/A
4,025 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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