Cascade Plan, Townes at Merrill ParkCommerce TownshipMI48390
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 5.89% gross rental yield, Cascade Plan, Townes at Merrill Park, Commerce Township, MI, 48390 in Commerce Township is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $427,990 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $118,246 by year five, with $3,942/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.09) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $116,565.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(722) | $850 |
City averages based on Commerce Township market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,100 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,652 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48390, Walled Lake, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,991 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,674 (72.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,906 (24.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 411 ( 3.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $342,215 |
| Average Home Value | $420,174 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,518
Single Family
11,071
Multi-Family
447
Businesses
1,155
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 48390, Walled Lake, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,991 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,674 (72.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,906 (24.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 411 ( 3.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $342,215 |
| Average Home Value | $420,174 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,518
Single Family
11,071
Multi-Family
447
Businesses
1,155
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • Pulte Homes
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