838 N Kensington AveLa Grange ParkIL60526
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 838 N Kensington Ave, La Grange Park, IL, 60526 in La Grange Park at $857,000, 5.77% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.77%. The $4,118/mo rent partially funds the $3,854/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $236,773 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.07) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $210,220.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,826) | $1,500 |
City averages based on La Grange Park market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,118 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,603 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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 1939
6,250 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60526, La Grange Park, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,438 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,746 (68.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,179 (21.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 513 ( 9.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $424,827 |
| Average Home Value | $477,332 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,353
Single Family
3,847
Multi-Family
1,506
Businesses
176
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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 1939
6,250 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60526, La Grange Park, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,438 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,746 (68.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,179 (21.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 513 ( 9.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $424,827 |
| Average Home Value | $477,332 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,353
Single Family
3,847
Multi-Family
1,506
Businesses
176
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Catherine Bier • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
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Mls ID: #12606578