129 E Saylor AveWilkes BarrePA18702
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 129 E Saylor Ave, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18702 in Wilkes Barre is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.52%. The 5.52% gross yield at $399,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $110,236 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.09) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $110,117.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(834) | $450 |
City averages based on Wilkes Barre market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,964 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,456 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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 N/A
0.35 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18702, Wilkes Barre, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,946 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,120 (45.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,214 (41.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,612 (13.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $141,753 |
| Average Home Value | $186,249 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,771
Single Family
16,005
Multi-Family
1,766
Businesses
1,484
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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 N/A
0.35 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18702, Wilkes Barre, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,946 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,120 (45.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,214 (41.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,612 (13.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $141,753 |
| Average Home Value | $186,249 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,771
Single Family
16,005
Multi-Family
1,766
Businesses
1,484
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Robert S Vanston • Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Preferred Properties
Mls Name: Luzerne County AOR
Mls ID: #25-5655