1022 Union StreetSchenectadyNY12308
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1022 Union Street, Schenectady, NY, 12308 in Schenectady is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.77%. The 3.77% gross yield at $450,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $124,327 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.70) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $69,264.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,591) | $450 |
City averages based on Schenectady market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,414 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,826 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.50x |
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 1900
0.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12308, Schenectady, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,988 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,565 (36.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,655 (52.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 768 (11.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $220,918 |
| Average Home Value | $246,137 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,164
Single Family
5,713
Multi-Family
451
Businesses
228
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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 1900
0.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12308, Schenectady, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,988 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,565 (36.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,655 (52.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 768 (11.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $220,918 |
| Average Home Value | $246,137 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,164
Single Family
5,713
Multi-Family
451
Businesses
228
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Global MLS
Mls ID: #202530560