1126 E Fort AveBaltimoreMD21230
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1126 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21230 in Baltimore is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.25%. At $615,000 with a 5.25% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $169,913 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.97) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $160,250.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,136) | $850 |
City averages based on Baltimore market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
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 | $2,689 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,580 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1880
952 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21230, Baltimore, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,297 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,217 (40.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,114 (44.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,966 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,297 |
| Average Home Value | $389,487 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,842
Single Family
14,501
Multi-Family
4,341
Businesses
1,495
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1880
952 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21230, Baltimore, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,297 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,217 (40.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,114 (44.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,966 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,297 |
| Average Home Value | $389,487 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,842
Single Family
14,501
Multi-Family
4,341
Businesses
1,495
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices