9608 16th Avenue STacomaWA98444
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 9608 16th Avenue S, Tacoma, WA, 98444 in Tacoma fits: $622,000, 5.71% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $171,847 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.71%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.06) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,729/yr in principal paydown and $171,847 in appreciation project a total return of $185,277.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(779) | $285 |
City averages based on Tacoma market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,960 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,491 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 2003
0.32 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
Multi Family
Built in 2003
0.32 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: Autumn Allen • Redfin
Mls Name: NWMLS
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Mls ID: #2392124
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