205 Christopher LnIthacaNY14850
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 205 Christopher Ln, Ithaca, NY, 14850 in Ithaca fits: $990,000, 5.64% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $273,519 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.64%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.03) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $9,118/yr in principal paydown and $273,519 in appreciation project a total return of $248,266.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,935) | $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 | $4,603 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,217 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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 1969
0.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14850, Ithaca, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 32,729 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,235 (34.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,703 (54.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,791 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $378,270 |
| Average Home Value | $423,650 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,013
Single Family
20,515
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,944
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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 1969
0.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14850, Ithaca, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 32,729 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,235 (34.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,703 (54.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,791 (11.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $378,270 |
| Average Home Value | $423,650 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
28,013
Single Family
20,515
Multi-Family
7,498
Businesses
1,944
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices