3002 Alki Avenue SWSeattleWA98116
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3002 Alki Avenue SW, Seattle, WA, 98116 in Seattle is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.21%. The 4.21% gross yield at $1,000,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $276,282 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.78) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $204,150.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,723) | $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 | $3,512 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,837 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 1942
5,998 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98116, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,246 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,092 (49.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,420 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 734 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,120,764 |
| Average Home Value | $1,275,439 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,702
Single Family
7,904
Multi-Family
6,798
Businesses
790
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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 1942
5,998 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 98116, Seattle, WA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,246 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,092 (49.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,420 (45.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 734 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,120,764 |
| Average Home Value | $1,275,439 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,702
Single Family
7,904
Multi-Family
6,798
Businesses
790
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Timothy Daryl Fischer • Windermere West Metro
Mls Name: NWMLS
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Mls ID: #2394046
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