1540 Frankford Ave #4CPhiladelphiaPA19125
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1540 Frankford Ave #4C, Philadelphia, PA, 19125 in Philadelphia fits: $429,000, 5.87% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $118,525 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.87%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.09) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,951/yr in principal paydown and $118,525 in appreciation project a total return of $117,616.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,035) | $850 |
City averages based on Philadelphia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,100 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,640 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.80x |
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 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19125, Philadelphia, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,773 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,524 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,351 (36.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,898 (12.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $416,895 |
| Average Home Value | $467,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,927
Single Family
11,703
Multi-Family
2,224
Businesses
948
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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 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19125, Philadelphia, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,773 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,524 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,351 (36.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,898 (12.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $416,895 |
| Average Home Value | $467,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,927
Single Family
11,703
Multi-Family
2,224
Businesses
948
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PAPH2600262