12455 Howard Lodge DrSykesvilleMD21784
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 12455 Howard Lodge Dr, Sykesville, MD, 21784 in Sykesville fits: $950,000, 4.74% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $262,467 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.74%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.88) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $8,750/yr in principal paydown and $262,467 in appreciation project a total return of $221,715.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,155) | $350 |
City averages based on Sykesville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,754 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,531 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.68x |
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 1980
6.21 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21784, Sykesville, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,119 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,813 (84.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,910 (12.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 396 ( 2.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $543,643 |
| Average Home Value | $578,098 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,702
Single Family
13,826
Multi-Family
876
Businesses
1,070
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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 1980
6.21 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21784, Sykesville, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,119 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,813 (84.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,910 (12.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 396 ( 2.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $543,643 |
| Average Home Value | $578,098 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,702
Single Family
13,826
Multi-Family
876
Businesses
1,070
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kristen Barth • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #MDHW2059122