630 Idaho Ave APT 204Santa MonicaCA90403
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 630 Idaho Ave APT 204, Santa Monica, CA, 90403 in Santa Monica. Rental yield 5.99%. At $875,000 with 5.99% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $241,746 in new equity by year five, complemented by $8,059/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.11) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $205,523.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,028) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Monica market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,366 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,046 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1973
0.34 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$575 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90403, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,536 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,137 (21.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,979 (68.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,420 ( 9.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,743,844 |
| Average Home Value | $1,682,748 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,810
Single Family
3,037
Multi-Family
11,773
Businesses
911
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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
Condo
Built in 1973
0.34 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$575 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90403, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,536 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,137 (21.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,979 (68.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,420 ( 9.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,743,844 |
| Average Home Value | $1,682,748 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,810
Single Family
3,037
Multi-Family
11,773
Businesses
911
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Listed by: Erica DeBear • Real Broker
Mls Name: CLAW
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Mls ID: #26827377
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