1500 Perkiomen AveReadingPA19602
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1500 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA, 19602 in Reading fits: $649,999, 2.03% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $179,583 in value within five years. Rental yield 2.03%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.38) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $5,987/yr in principal paydown and $179,583 in appreciation project a total return of $44,231.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,159) | $450 |
City averages based on Reading market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,100 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,001 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.27x |
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 1900
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19602, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,480 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,277 (26.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,139 (60.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,064 (12.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $80,336 |
| Average Home Value | $137,463 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,982
Single Family
4,996
Multi-Family
1,986
Businesses
384
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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 1900
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19602, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,480 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,277 (26.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,139 (60.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,064 (12.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $80,336 |
| Average Home Value | $137,463 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,982
Single Family
4,996
Multi-Family
1,986
Businesses
384
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices