709 C Street #4San RafaelCA94901
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 709 C Street #4, San Rafael, CA, 94901 in San Rafael. Rental yield 3.02%. At $1,525,000 with 3.02% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $421,329 in new equity by year five, complemented by $14,045/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.56) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $217,930.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,950) | $1,200 |
City averages based on San Rafael market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,834 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,827 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.43x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2026
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94901, San Rafael, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,054 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,639 (44.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,426 (49.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 989 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,440,116 |
| Average Home Value | $1,499,360 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,003
Single Family
11,126
Multi-Family
4,877
Businesses
2,707
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2026
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94901, San Rafael, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,054 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,639 (44.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,426 (49.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 989 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,440,116 |
| Average Home Value | $1,499,360 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,003
Single Family
11,126
Multi-Family
4,877
Businesses
2,707
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: BAREIS
Mls ID: #326021969