879 Birch AveSunnyvaleCA94086
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play879 Birch Ave, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086 in Sunnyvale is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.57%. At $1,100,000 with a 4.57% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $303,910 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.85) 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: $248,747.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,617) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Sunnyvale 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 | $4,188 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,367 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1944
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94086, Sunnyvale, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 25,100 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,305 (29.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 15,598 (62.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,197 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,669,204 |
| Average Home Value | $1,587,342 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,595
Single Family
12,345
Multi-Family
9,250
Businesses
997
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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 1944
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94086, Sunnyvale, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 25,100 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,305 (29.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 15,598 (62.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,197 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,669,204 |
| Average Home Value | $1,587,342 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,595
Single Family
12,345
Multi-Family
9,250
Businesses
997
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82046742