59 W Margaret StDetroitMI48203
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 59 W Margaret St, Detroit, MI, 48203 in Detroit is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.66%. The 5.66% gross yield at $269,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $74,320 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.05) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $69,901.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(506) | $450 |
City averages based on Detroit market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,268 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,667 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 1927
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48203, Highland Park, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,489 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,387 (35.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,373 (43.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,729 (21.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $78,032 |
| Average Home Value | $184,025 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,992
Single Family
7,632
Multi-Family
2,360
Businesses
784
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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 1927
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48203, Highland Park, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,489 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,387 (35.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,373 (43.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,729 (21.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $78,032 |
| Average Home Value | $184,025 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,992
Single Family
7,632
Multi-Family
2,360
Businesses
784
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices