20 W 3rd Ave APT 202San MateoCA94402
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 3.82% gross rental yield, 20 W 3rd Ave APT 202, San Mateo, CA, 94402 in San Mateo is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $1,500,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $414,422 by year five, with $13,815/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.71) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $278,901.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,755) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,775 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,682 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.55x |
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 1980
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94402, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,423 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,188 (54.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,581 (40.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 654 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,853,864 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,477
Single Family
7,593
Multi-Family
2,884
Businesses
1,266
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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 1980
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94402, San Mateo, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,423 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,188 (54.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,581 (40.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 654 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $2,000,001 |
| Average Home Value | $1,853,864 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,477
Single Family
7,593
Multi-Family
2,884
Businesses
1,266
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLSListings Inc
Mls ID: #ML82052463