2172 Piping Tree Ferry RdMechanicsvilleVA23111
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 2172 Piping Tree Ferry Rd, Mechanicsville, VA, 23111 in Mechanicsville fits: $995,000, 3.38% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $274,900 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.38%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.63) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $9,164/yr in principal paydown and $274,900 in appreciation project a total return of $173,924.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,147) | $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 | $2,801 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,552 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.50x |
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 1949
12.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 23111, Mechanicsville, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,493 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,596 (76.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,426 (20.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 471 ( 2.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,412 |
| Average Home Value | $402,769 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,741
Single Family
14,906
Multi-Family
835
Businesses
1,070
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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 1949
12.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 23111, Mechanicsville, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,493 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,596 (76.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,426 (20.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 471 ( 2.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,412 |
| Average Home Value | $402,769 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,741
Single Family
14,906
Multi-Family
835
Businesses
1,070
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Mike Chenault • Hometown Realty
Mls Name: CVRMLS
Mls ID: #2600865