8817 S AlaskaTacomaWA98444
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play8817 S Alaska, Tacoma, WA, 98444 in Tacoma is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.96%. At $599,995 with a 5.96% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $165,768 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.10) 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: $186,571.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(628) | $285 |
City averages based on Tacoma market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,978 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,368 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.88x |
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 1957
0.34 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98444, Tacoma, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,215 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,967 (42.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,620 (53.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 628 ( 4.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $454,879 |
| Average Home Value | $484,650 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,666
Single Family
9,532
Multi-Family
4,134
Businesses
756
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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 1957
0.34 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98444, Tacoma, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,215 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,967 (42.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,620 (53.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 628 ( 4.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $454,879 |
| Average Home Value | $484,650 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,666
Single Family
9,532
Multi-Family
4,134
Businesses
756
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Aaron-Duc Nguyen • Best Choice Realty LLC
Mls Name: NWMLS
Mls ID: #2471721