719 S Marengo Ave #1PasadenaCA91106
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 719 S Marengo Ave #1, Pasadena, CA, 91106 in Pasadena fits: $1,700,000, 5.81% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $469,679 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.81%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.08) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $15,657/yr in principal paydown and $469,679 in appreciation project a total return of $461,432.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,888) | $300 |
City averages based on Pasadena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $8,232 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,443 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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 2020
0.49 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$460 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91106, Pasadena, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,390 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,817 (33.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,904 (60.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 669 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,177,838 |
| Average Home Value | $1,342,656 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,650
Single Family
5,273
Multi-Family
6,377
Businesses
910
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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 2020
0.49 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$460 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 91106, Pasadena, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,390 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,817 (33.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,904 (60.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 669 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,177,838 |
| Average Home Value | $1,342,656 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,650
Single Family
5,273
Multi-Family
6,377
Businesses
910
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