608 Brakel Point DrTraverse CityMI49685
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play608 Brakel Point Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49685 in Traverse City is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.6%. At $1,149,000 with a 3.6% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $317,448 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.67) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $172,114.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,127) | $500 |
City averages based on Traverse City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,450 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,120 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.48x |
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 1960
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49685, Traverse City, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,512 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,995 (73.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,772 (18.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 745 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $362,492 |
| Average Home Value | $413,680 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,147
Single Family
8,029
Multi-Family
1,118
Businesses
850
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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 1960
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49685, Traverse City, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,512 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,995 (73.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,772 (18.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 745 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $362,492 |
| Average Home Value | $413,680 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,147
Single Family
8,029
Multi-Family
1,118
Businesses
850
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Molly Buttleman • @properties Christie's Int'l
Mls Name: NGLRMLS
Mls ID: #1938304