16-18 Cook StWilkes BarrePA18706
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYield and appreciation often trade off, and at 16-18 Cook St, Wilkes Barre, PA, 18706 in Wilkes Barre the bet is firmly on appreciation. Rental yield 5.85%. The 5.85% gross yield on a $349,900 price is below income-first thresholds, but 5%/yr value growth projects $96,671 in equity by year five. Ziffy Mortgage's non-U.S. DSCR mortgage (1.08) finances the acquisition on rental income alone. A larger down payment (30–35%) reduces monthly debt service and tightens the spread. Total projected cumulative return: $95,434.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(588) | $450 |
City averages based on Wilkes Barre market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,705 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,154 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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 N/A
5,700 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18706, Wilkes Barre, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,317 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,885 (58.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,498 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 934 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $158,203 |
| Average Home Value | $185,666 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,615
Single Family
7,399
Multi-Family
216
Businesses
415
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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 N/A
5,700 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18706, Wilkes Barre, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,317 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,885 (58.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,498 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 934 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $158,203 |
| Average Home Value | $185,666 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,615
Single Family
7,399
Multi-Family
216
Businesses
415
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Luzerne County AOR
Mls ID: #26-949