208 Front StreetSchenectadyNY12305
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 208 Front Street, Schenectady, NY, 12305 in Schenectady worth study. Rental yield 2.63%. The 2.63% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $815,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $225,169 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $1,788/mo partially offsets the $3,665/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.49 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $75,601.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.6% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,654) | $450 |
City averages based on Schenectady market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,788 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,118 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.35x |
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 1919
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12305, Schenectady, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,338 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 301 ( 9.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,645 (79.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 392 (11.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $251,136 |
| Average Home Value | $320,153 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,191
Single Family
1,680
Multi-Family
1,511
Businesses
582
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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 1919
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12305, Schenectady, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,338 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 301 ( 9.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,645 (79.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 392 (11.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $251,136 |
| Average Home Value | $320,153 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,191
Single Family
1,680
Multi-Family
1,511
Businesses
582
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Joseph Bonitatibus • J Paul Realty Group LLC
Mls Name: Global MLS
Mls ID: #202611082