1799 Franklin Way SAllentownPA18104
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1799 Franklin Way S, Allentown, PA, 18104 in Allentown is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.5%. At $689,000 with a 4.5% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $190,358 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) 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: $138,002.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,932) | $850 |
City averages based on Allentown market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,582 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,241 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2021
7,230 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18104, Allentown, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,752 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,014 (65.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,738 (29.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,000 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $383,839 |
| Average Home Value | $413,014 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,253
Single Family
16,764
Multi-Family
2,489
Businesses
1,144
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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
Condo
Built in 2021
7,230 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18104, Allentown, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,752 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,014 (65.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,738 (29.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,000 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $383,839 |
| Average Home Value | $413,014 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,253
Single Family
16,764
Multi-Family
2,489
Businesses
1,144
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Pat Fabozzi • RE/MAX Real Estate
Mls Name: GLVR
Mls ID: #768388