838 Wheeler StSanta RosaCA95404
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play838 Wheeler St, Santa Rosa, CA, 95404 in Santa Rosa is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.48%. At $1,098,000 with a 3.48% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $303,357 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.65) 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: $184,407.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,604) | $250 |
City averages based on Santa Rosa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,188 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,356 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.50x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1959
10,200 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95404, Santa Rosa, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,695 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,922 (50.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,202 (40.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,571 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $893,932 |
| Average Home Value | $1,004,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,904
Single Family
14,745
Multi-Family
2,159
Businesses
1,286
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1959
10,200 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95404, Santa Rosa, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,695 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,922 (50.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,202 (40.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,571 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $893,932 |
| Average Home Value | $1,004,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,904
Single Family
14,745
Multi-Family
2,159
Businesses
1,286
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Yu Chih Chiang • Casa Nova Realtors Inc.
Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82020818