LOT 8 Driftwood CottagesUnion PierMI49129
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider LOT 8 Driftwood Cottages, Union Pier, MI, 49129 in Union Pier. Rental yield 2.34%. At $1,075,000 with 2.34% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $297,003 in new equity by year five, complemented by $9,901/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.43) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $88,486.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.3% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,989) | $850 |
City averages based on Union Pier market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,100 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,661 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.32x |
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
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49129, Union Pier, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,246 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 300 (24.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 46 ( 3.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 900 (72.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $506,579 |
| Average Home Value | $697,942 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
377
Single Family
351
Multi-Family
26
Businesses
57
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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
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49129, Union Pier, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,246 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 300 (24.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 46 ( 3.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 900 (72.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $506,579 |
| Average Home Value | $697,942 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
377
Single Family
351
Multi-Family
26
Businesses
57
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: ChooseChad Team • Coldwell Banker Realty
Mls Name: MichRIC
Mls ID: #25041878