116 Rainier Ct APT 4PrincetonNJ08540
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 116 Rainier Ct APT 4, Princeton, NJ, 08540 in Princeton offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 7.3%. DSCR 1.35 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $124,327 in additional property value over five years, with $4,145/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $142,284.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(470) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,738 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,028 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.90x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1989
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 08540, Princeton, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,655 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,699 (59.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,342 (32.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,614 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $777,258 |
| Average Home Value | $905,260 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,554
Single Family
16,015
Multi-Family
3,539
Businesses
1,765
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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
Condo
Built in 1989
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 08540, Princeton, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,655 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,699 (59.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,342 (32.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,614 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $777,258 |
| Average Home Value | $905,260 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,554
Single Family
16,015
Multi-Family
3,539
Businesses
1,765
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Joe D DeLorenzo • RE/MAX Select - Princeton
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #NJME2071800