102 Orange Tree Rd EEast PalatkaFL32131



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 102 Orange Tree Rd E, East Palatka, FL, 32131 in East Palatka is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.46%. The 4.46% gross yield at $409,999 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $113,275 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.83) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $79,289.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,196) | $300 |
City averages based on East Palatka market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,525 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,558 |
| 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 2025
1.01 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32131, East Palatka, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,148 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,598 (74.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 294 (13.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 256 (11.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $345,878 |
| Average Home Value | $457,164 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,821
Single Family
1,764
Multi-Family
57
Businesses
148



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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 2025
1.01 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32131, East Palatka, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,148 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,598 (74.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 294 (13.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 256 (11.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $345,878 |
| Average Home Value | $457,164 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,821
Single Family
1,764
Multi-Family
57
Businesses
148
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Listed by: Bob Holmquist • Watson Realty Corp (A1A)
Mls Name: St Augustine St Johns County BOR
Mls ID: #255620








