561 Garrison RdBattle CreekMI49017
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 561 Garrison Rd, Battle Creek, MI, 49017 in Battle Creek at $1,488,000, 1.15% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 1.15%. The $1,421/mo rent partially funds the $6,691/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $411,107 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.21) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $26,860.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(8,392) | $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 | $1,421 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,221 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.15x |
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 1964
4.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49017, Battle Creek, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,526 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,408 (67.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,282 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 836 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $164,086 |
| Average Home Value | $199,413 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,194
Single Family
8,190
Multi-Family
1,004
Businesses
469
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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 1964
4.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 49017, Battle Creek, MI area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,526 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,408 (67.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,282 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 836 ( 8.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $164,086 |
| Average Home Value | $199,413 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,194
Single Family
8,190
Multi-Family
1,004
Businesses
469
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MichRIC
Mls ID: #26031887