16 Somerset StGarfieldNJ07026
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 16 Somerset St, Garfield, NJ, 07026 in Garfield offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 7.35%. DSCR 1.36 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $194,779 in additional property value over five years, with $6,493/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $224,856.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(705) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,320 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,745 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.91x |
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
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 07026, Garfield, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,746 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,740 (37.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,345 (57.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 661 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $517,466 |
| Average Home Value | $538,461 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,960
Single Family
9,735
Multi-Family
1,225
Businesses
869
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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
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 07026, Garfield, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,746 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,740 (37.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,345 (57.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 661 ( 5.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $517,466 |
| Average Home Value | $538,461 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,960
Single Family
9,735
Multi-Family
1,225
Businesses
869
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jhony Arboleda • United Real Estate
Mls Name: NJMLS
Mls ID: #26005881