129 Linden AveIthacaNY14850
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 129 Linden Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14850 in Ithaca. Rental yield 4.67%. At $1,150,000 with 4.67% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $317,724 in new equity by year five, complemented by $10,592/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.87) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $232,658.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,200) | $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 | $4,480 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,222 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.62x |
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 1980
5,052 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14850, Ithaca, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 32,729 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,235 (34.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,703 (54.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,791 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $378,270 |
| Average Home Value | $423,650 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,013
Single Family
20,515
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,944
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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 1980
5,052 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14850, Ithaca, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 32,729 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,235 (34.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,703 (54.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,791 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $378,270 |
| Average Home Value | $423,650 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,013
Single Family
20,515
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,944
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices