361 Du Bois StSan RafaelCA94901
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 361 Du Bois St, San Rafael, CA, 94901 in San Rafael is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.66%. The 2.66% gross yield at $1,750,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $483,493 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.49) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $203,326.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,167) | $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 | $3,878 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,348 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.37x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1955
10,500 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94901, San Rafael, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,054 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,639 (44.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,426 (49.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 989 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,440,116 |
| Average Home Value | $1,499,360 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,003
Single Family
11,126
Multi-Family
4,877
Businesses
2,707
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1955
10,500 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 94901, San Rafael, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,054 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,639 (44.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,426 (49.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 989 ( 5.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,440,116 |
| Average Home Value | $1,499,360 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,003
Single Family
11,126
Multi-Family
4,877
Businesses
2,707
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Michael J Burke • Golden Gate Sotheby's
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