958 18th St UNIT 5Santa MonicaCA90403
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 958 18th St UNIT 5, Santa Monica, CA, 90403 in Santa Monica worth study. Rental yield 5.38%. The 5.38% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,499,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $414,146 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $6,724/mo partially offsets the $6,740/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.00 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $404,356.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,049) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Monica market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,724 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,677 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1969
8,002 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90403, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,536 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,137 (21.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,979 (68.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,420 ( 9.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,743,844 |
| Average Home Value | $1,682,748 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,810
Single Family
3,037
Multi-Family
11,773
Businesses
911
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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
Condo
Built in 1969
8,002 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 90403, Santa Monica, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,536 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,137 (21.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,979 (68.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,420 ( 9.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,743,844 |
| Average Home Value | $1,682,748 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,810
Single Family
3,037
Multi-Family
11,773
Businesses
911
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Brian Maser • The Condo Experts
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #25611087