617 Forest AveGlen EllynIL60137
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 617 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137 in Glen Ellyn. Rental yield 4.54%. At $1,910,000 with 4.54% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $527,698 in new equity by year five, complemented by $17,591/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.74) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $285,758.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,280) | $250 |
City averages based on Glen Ellyn market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,338 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,488 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.51x |
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 1914
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60137, Glen Ellyn, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,353 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,582 (75.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,130 (20.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 641 ( 4.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $534,216 |
| Average Home Value | $589,128 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,840
Single Family
11,430
Multi-Family
3,410
Businesses
896
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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 1914
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60137, Glen Ellyn, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,353 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,582 (75.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,130 (20.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 641 ( 4.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $534,216 |
| Average Home Value | $589,128 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,840
Single Family
11,430
Multi-Family
3,410
Businesses
896
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jennifer Iaccino • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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