953 Patricia WaySan RafaelCA94903
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 953 Patricia Way, San Rafael, CA, 94903 in San Rafael. Rental yield 5.96%. At $1,429,000 with 5.96% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $394,806 in new equity by year five, complemented by $13,161/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.10) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $429,862.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,740) | $1,200 |
City averages based on San Rafael market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,100 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,271 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 1962
7,801 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94903, San Rafael, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,861 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,180 (63.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,010 (31.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 671 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,203,742 |
| Average Home Value | $1,243,118 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,444
Single Family
9,664
Multi-Family
2,780
Businesses
1,458
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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 1962
7,801 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94903, San Rafael, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,861 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,180 (63.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,010 (31.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 671 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,203,742 |
| Average Home Value | $1,243,118 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,444
Single Family
9,664
Multi-Family
2,780
Businesses
1,458
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Andy Falk • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: BAREIS
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Mls ID: #325031660
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