149 E Herman StPhiladelphiaPA19144
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play149 E Herman St, Philadelphia, PA, 19144 in Philadelphia is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.9%. At $599,000 with a 3.9% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $165,493 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.72) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $100,696.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,980) | $850 |
City averages based on Philadelphia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,945 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,687 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 1910
7,600 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19144, Philadelphia, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,184 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,121 (32.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,307 (55.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,756 (12.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $281,385 |
| Average Home Value | $322,811 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,240
Single Family
12,901
Multi-Family
8,339
Businesses
1,099
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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 1910
7,600 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19144, Philadelphia, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,184 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,121 (32.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,307 (55.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,756 (12.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $281,385 |
| Average Home Value | $322,811 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,240
Single Family
12,901
Multi-Family
8,339
Businesses
1,099
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Andrea Mackin • Dolan Family Real Estate
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PAPH2556572