1908 Central Ave #1Ocean CityNJ08226
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1908 Central Ave #1, Ocean City, NJ, 08226 in Ocean City is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.97%. At $1,629,900 with a 2.97% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $450,311 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.55) 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: $136,589.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,584) | $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 | $4,033 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,969 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.37x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1987
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 08226, Ocean City, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,442 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,123 (19.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,589 ( 7.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15,730 (73.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $843,777 |
| Average Home Value | $1,010,518 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,430
Single Family
10,609
Multi-Family
821
Businesses
871
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1987
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 08226, Ocean City, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,442 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,123 (19.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,589 ( 7.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15,730 (73.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $843,777 |
| Average Home Value | $1,010,518 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,430
Single Family
10,609
Multi-Family
821
Businesses
871
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: SJSRMLS
Mls ID: #605329