1901 Meadows RdBethlehemPA18015
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1901 Meadows Rd, Bethlehem, PA, 18015 in Bethlehem is capital appreciation. Rental yield 1.72%. The 1.72% gross yield at $1,749,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $483,465 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.32) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $90,193.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(8,953) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Bethlehem market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,514 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,771 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.23x |
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.
Single Family
Built in N/A
3.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18015, Bethlehem, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,043 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,114 (46.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,912 (45.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,017 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $341,772 |
| Average Home Value | $434,739 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,231
Single Family
10,745
Multi-Family
1,486
Businesses
801
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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
Single Family
Built in N/A
3.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18015, Bethlehem, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,043 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,114 (46.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,912 (45.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,017 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $341,772 |
| Average Home Value | $434,739 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,231
Single Family
10,745
Multi-Family
1,486
Businesses
801
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Listed by: Kristin Nelson-Peck • Tuskes Realty
Mls Name: GLVR
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Mls ID: #759703
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