242 Locust StPhiladelphiaPA19106
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 3.27% gross rental yield, 242 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 in Philadelphia is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $1,899,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $524,659 by year five, with $17,490/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.61) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $255,566.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.3% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,315) | $850 |
City averages based on Philadelphia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,179 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,688 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.44x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1970
3.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19106, Philadelphia, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,104 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,600 (35.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,442 (53.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,062 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $602,253 |
| Average Home Value | $691,668 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,551
Single Family
1,707
Multi-Family
7,844
Businesses
1,654
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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 1970
3.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19106, Philadelphia, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,104 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,600 (35.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,442 (53.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,062 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $602,253 |
| Average Home Value | $691,668 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,551
Single Family
1,707
Multi-Family
7,844
Businesses
1,654
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Matthew Condello • BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PAPH2563758