156 Scotia Rd #150BuffaloNY14218
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play156 Scotia Rd #150, Buffalo, NY, 14218 in Buffalo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.82%. At $775,000 with a 4.82% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $214,118 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.89) 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: $162,606.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,065) | $450 |
City averages based on Buffalo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,110 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,867 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1942
0.39 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14218, Buffalo, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,985 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,770 (47.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,322 (43.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 893 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $172,099 |
| Average Home Value | $247,349 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,218
Single Family
7,214
Multi-Family
1,004
Businesses
438
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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 1942
0.39 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14218, Buffalo, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,985 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,770 (47.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,322 (43.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 893 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $172,099 |
| Average Home Value | $247,349 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,218
Single Family
7,214
Multi-Family
1,004
Businesses
438
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices