212 Smith RdNew BethlehemPA16242
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 0% gross rental yield, 212 Smith Rd, New Bethlehem, PA, 16242 in New Bethlehem is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $149,900 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $41,415 by year five, with $1,381/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.00) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 0% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $0 | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
Single Family
Built in 1964
0.66 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 16242, New Bethlehem, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,321 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,494 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 534 (23.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 293 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $166,204 |
| Average Home Value | $230,940 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,992
Single Family
1,908
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
178
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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 1964
0.66 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 16242, New Bethlehem, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,321 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,494 (64.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 534 (23.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 293 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $166,204 |
| Average Home Value | $230,940 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,992
Single Family
1,908
Multi-Family
84
Businesses
178
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
No similar rental properties found nearby.
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Listed by: Kathy Bowser • RE/MAX SELECT REALTY
Mls Name: WPMLS
Mls ID: #1721286