689 Crofton Ave SHighland ParkIL60035



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 689 Crofton Ave S, Highland Park, IL, 60035 in Highland Park. Rental yield 2.41%. At $1,495,000 with 2.41% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $413,041 in new equity by year five, complemented by $13,769/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.45) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $97,535.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.4% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(8,120) | $300 |
City averages based on Highland Park market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,000 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,775 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.31x |
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 1980
5,285 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60035, Highland Park, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,863 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,703 (75.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,277 (17.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 883 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $622,178 |
| Average Home Value | $723,407 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,092
Single Family
10,163
Multi-Family
1,929
Businesses
1,261



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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 1980
5,285 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60035, Highland Park, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,863 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,703 (75.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,277 (17.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 883 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $622,178 |
| Average Home Value | $723,407 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,092
Single Family
10,163
Multi-Family
1,929
Businesses
1,261
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Listed by: Jacqueline Lotzof • Compass
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #12546900








