2515 Encinal AveAlamedaCA94501
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2515 Encinal Ave, Alameda, CA, 94501 in Alameda is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.61%. The 3.61% gross yield at $1,380,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $381,269 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.67) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $241,368.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,381) | $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 | $4,156 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,988 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.52x |
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 1932
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94501, Alameda, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 29,448 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,332 (38.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 15,712 (53.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,404 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,391,181 |
| Average Home Value | $1,407,626 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,552
Single Family
16,985
Multi-Family
11,567
Businesses
2,354
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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 1932
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94501, Alameda, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 29,448 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,332 (38.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 15,712 (53.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,404 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,391,181 |
| Average Home Value | $1,407,626 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,552
Single Family
16,985
Multi-Family
11,567
Businesses
2,354
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Cindy Kwong • Prime Realty & Investments
Mls Name: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
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Mls ID: #41084915