827 Cheltenham RdSanta BarbaraCA93105
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play827 Cheltenham Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105 in Santa Barbara is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.89%. At $1,749,000 with a 3.89% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $483,216 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.72) 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: $331,734.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,150) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Barbara market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,670 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,124 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 1981
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93105, Santa Barbara, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,041 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,109 (50.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,906 (40.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,026 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,647,666 |
| Average Home Value | $1,606,828 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,231
Single Family
8,520
Multi-Family
2,711
Businesses
875
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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 1981
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 93105, Santa Barbara, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,041 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,109 (50.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,906 (40.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,026 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,647,666 |
| Average Home Value | $1,606,828 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,231
Single Family
8,520
Multi-Family
2,711
Businesses
875
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Listed by: Ramirez and Associates • eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
Mls Name: SBMLS
Mls ID: #25-4007