129 Wheelhouse Way #32ChesterMD21619
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYield and appreciation often trade off, and at 129 Wheelhouse Way #32, Chester, MD, 21619 in Chester the bet is firmly on appreciation. Rental yield 5.26%. The 5.26% gross yield on a $849,900 price is below income-first thresholds, but 5%/yr value growth projects $234,812 in equity by year five. Ziffy Mortgage's non-U.S. DSCR mortgage (0.98) finances the acquisition on rental income alone. A larger down payment (30–35%) reduces monthly debt service and tightens the spread. Total projected cumulative return: $222,097.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,558) | $350 |
City averages based on Chester market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,728 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,948 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21619, Chester, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,903 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,685 (68.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 759 (19.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 459 (11.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $495,127 |
| Average Home Value | $586,091 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,687
Single Family
3,273
Multi-Family
414
Businesses
348
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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
Condo
Built in 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21619, Chester, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,903 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,685 (68.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 759 (19.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 459 (11.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $495,127 |
| Average Home Value | $586,091 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,687
Single Family
3,273
Multi-Family
414
Businesses
348
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices