8843 Menlo AveLos AngelesCA90044



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play8843 Menlo Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90044 in Los Angeles is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.22%. At $899,000 with a 4.22% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $248,377 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.78) 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: $182,600.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 4.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,465) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Los Angeles 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 | $3,160 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,267 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 1964
5,140 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90044, Los Angeles, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 28,694 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,515 (29.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 19,120 (66.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,059 ( 3.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $656,553 |
| Average Home Value | $737,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
27,108
Single Family
19,619
Multi-Family
7,489
Businesses
1,097



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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 1964
5,140 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90044, Los Angeles, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 28,694 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,515 (29.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 19,120 (66.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,059 ( 3.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $656,553 |
| Average Home Value | $737,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
27,108
Single Family
19,619
Multi-Family
7,489
Businesses
1,097
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