12735 Blairs Valley RdMercersburgPA17236
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 12735 Blairs Valley Rd, Mercersburg, PA, 17236 in Mercersburg fits: $359,000, 3.83% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $99,185 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.83%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.71) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,306/yr in principal paydown and $99,185 in appreciation project a total return of $54,598.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,281) | $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 | $1,146 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,284 |
| 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.
Single Family
Built in 2004
1.15 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17236, Mercersburg, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,933 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,746 (69.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 732 (18.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 455 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $313,624 |
| Average Home Value | $380,073 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,429
Single Family
3,389
Multi-Family
40
Businesses
193
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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 2004
1.15 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17236, Mercersburg, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,933 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,746 (69.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 732 (18.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 455 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $313,624 |
| Average Home Value | $380,073 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,429
Single Family
3,389
Multi-Family
40
Businesses
193
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices