612 Canyon RdNovatoCA94947
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 612 Canyon Rd, Novato, CA, 94947 in Novato is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.85%. The 4.85% gross yield at $1,669,888 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $461,359 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.90) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $402,752.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,581) | $2,500 |
City averages based on Novato market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,749 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,666 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 1940
1.13 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94947, Novato, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,836 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,589 (67.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,856 (29.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,067,170 |
| Average Home Value | $1,143,356 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,568
Single Family
7,821
Multi-Family
1,747
Businesses
269
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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 1940
1.13 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94947, Novato, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,836 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,589 (67.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,856 (29.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,067,170 |
| Average Home Value | $1,143,356 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,568
Single Family
7,821
Multi-Family
1,747
Businesses
269
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Peruz Jelveh • Excel Realty
Mls Name: Bay East AOR
Mls ID: #41122053