2176 Ben Franklin DrPittsburghPA15237



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2176 Ben Franklin Dr, Pittsburgh, PA, 15237 in Pittsburgh is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.43%. The 5.43% gross yield at $929,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $256,666 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.18) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $277,711.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,894) | $450 |
City averages based on Pittsburgh market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,913 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,726 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 1973
0.48 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$8 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 15237, Pittsburgh, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,238 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 14,656 (72.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,205 (20.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,377 ( 6.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $359,327 |
| Average Home Value | $398,779 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,655
Single Family
15,949
Multi-Family
3,706
Businesses
1,886



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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 1973
0.48 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$8 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 15237, Pittsburgh, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,238 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 14,656 (72.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,205 (20.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,377 ( 6.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $359,327 |
| Average Home Value | $398,779 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,655
Single Family
15,949
Multi-Family
3,706
Businesses
1,886
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Listed by: Georgie Smigel • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Mls Name: WPMLS
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Mls ID: #1702980
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