678 Croswell Ave SEEast Grand RapidsMI49506
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play678 Croswell Ave SE, East Grand Rapids, MI, 49506 in East Grand Rapids is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.94%. At $775,000 with a 4.94% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $214,118 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.92) 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: $147,522.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,323) | $350 |
City averages based on East Grand Rapids market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,189 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,203 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 2014
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$401 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49506, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,282 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,333 (70.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,352 (25.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 597 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $381,078 |
| Average Home Value | $459,706 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,765
Single Family
11,674
Multi-Family
1,091
Businesses
601
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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 2014
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$401 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49506, Grand Rapids, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,282 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,333 (70.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,352 (25.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 597 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $381,078 |
| Average Home Value | $459,706 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,765
Single Family
11,674
Multi-Family
1,091
Businesses
601
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Brenda H Pratt • Keller Williams GR North
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