1215-1217 Pittston AveScrantonPA18505
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1215-1217 Pittston Ave, Scranton, PA, 18505 in Scranton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.77%. At $375,000 with a 3.77% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $103,606 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.70) 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: $60,524.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,279) | $450 |
City averages based on Scranton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,178 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,308 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.51x |
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 1930
0.41 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18505, Scranton, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,001 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,642 (46.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,096 (41.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,263 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $148,107 |
| Average Home Value | $197,048 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,824
Single Family
8,120
Multi-Family
704
Businesses
807
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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 1930
0.41 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18505, Scranton, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,001 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,642 (46.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,096 (41.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,263 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $148,107 |
| Average Home Value | $197,048 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,824
Single Family
8,120
Multi-Family
704
Businesses
807
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Thomas Exeter • Christian Saunders Real Estate
Mls Name: GSBR
Mls ID: #SC254991