1437 E Fort AveBaltimoreMD21230
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1437 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21230 in Baltimore fits: $709,900, 5.36% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $196,132 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.36%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.99) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,538/yr in principal paydown and $196,132 in appreciation project a total return of $189,373.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,242) | $850 |
City averages based on Baltimore market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,173 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,133 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1905
1,742 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21230, Baltimore, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,297 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,217 (40.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,114 (44.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,966 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,297 |
| Average Home Value | $389,487 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,842
Single Family
14,501
Multi-Family
4,341
Businesses
1,495
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1905
1,742 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21230, Baltimore, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,297 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,217 (40.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,114 (44.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,966 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,297 |
| Average Home Value | $389,487 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,842
Single Family
14,501
Multi-Family
4,341
Businesses
1,495
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices