5836 N Fairfield AveChicagoIL60659
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 5836 N Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60659 in Chicago offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 7.24%. DSCR 1.34 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $151,955 in additional property value over five years, with $5,066/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $178,542.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.2% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(494) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,320 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,596 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.92x |
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 1920
3,750 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60659, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,807 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,853 (39.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,914 (53.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,040 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $425,080 |
| Average Home Value | $429,254 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,192
Single Family
4,774
Multi-Family
8,418
Businesses
1,440
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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 1920
3,750 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60659, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,807 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,853 (39.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,914 (53.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,040 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $425,080 |
| Average Home Value | $429,254 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,192
Single Family
4,774
Multi-Family
8,418
Businesses
1,440
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Anna Busalacchi • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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Mls ID: #12339894
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