9219 Merritt AveSaint LouisMO63144
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 9219 Merritt Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63144 in Saint Louis fits: $749,900, 2.95% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $207,184 in value within five years. Rental yield 2.95%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.55) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,907/yr in principal paydown and $207,184 in appreciation project a total return of $102,644.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,826) | $450 |
City averages based on Saint Louis market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,844 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,372 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.42x |
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 2026
7,501 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 63144, Saint Louis, MO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,201 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,120 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,716 (33.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 365 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $347,368 |
| Average Home Value | $434,410 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,993
Single Family
4,141
Multi-Family
852
Businesses
840
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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 2026
7,501 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 63144, Saint Louis, MO area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,201 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,120 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,716 (33.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 365 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $347,368 |
| Average Home Value | $434,410 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,993
Single Family
4,141
Multi-Family
852
Businesses
840
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MARIS
Mls ID: #26014972