632 9th St #2B0CBFB2CArcataCA95521
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play632 9th St #2B0CBFB2C, Arcata, CA, 95521 in Arcata is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.41%. At $650,000 with a 2.41% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $179,583 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.45) 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: $71,579.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.4% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,718) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Arcata market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,303 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,762 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.35x |
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 1893
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95521, Arcata, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,198 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,463 (34.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,885 (57.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 850 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $521,271 |
| Average Home Value | $533,584 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,236
Single Family
7,941
Multi-Family
1,295
Businesses
871
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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 1893
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95521, Arcata, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,198 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,463 (34.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,885 (57.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 850 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $521,271 |
| Average Home Value | $533,584 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,236
Single Family
7,941
Multi-Family
1,295
Businesses
871
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Richard A Howe • Better Homes Gardens Real Estate - Results
Mls Name: SMLS
Mls ID: #25-3272