226 Sycamore RdWest ReadingPA19611
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeNot flashy, but dependably profitable, 226 Sycamore Rd, West Reading, PA, 19611 in West Reading is listed at $260,000 and delivers $2,090/mo in rent and $386/mo in net monthly cash flow. The 9.65% yield and 1.79 DSCR provide the underwriting comfort Ziffy Mortgage needs to approve a DSCR loan without W-2 or tax-return documentation. Projected 5% annual appreciation adds $71,833 over five years, and $2,395/yr in principal reduction supplements cash return. Total projected cumulative return: $123,861.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $386 | $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 | $2,090 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,600 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.31x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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.
Townhouse
Built in 1948
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19611, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,441 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,107 (47.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,169 (48.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 165 ( 3.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $173,080 |
| Average Home Value | $204,439 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,291
Single Family
3,774
Multi-Family
517
Businesses
423
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1948
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19611, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,441 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,107 (47.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,169 (48.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 165 ( 3.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $173,080 |
| Average Home Value | $204,439 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,291
Single Family
3,774
Multi-Family
517
Businesses
423
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Marisa Aikman • Compass RE
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PABK2067128