2554 Smallman St #501PittsburghPA15222
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2554 Smallman St #501, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222 in Pittsburgh is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.98%. At $929,000 with a 3.98% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $256,666 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.74) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $126,715.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,567) | $450 |
City averages based on Pittsburgh market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,084 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,281 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.49x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2020
121.97 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$563 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 15222, Pittsburgh, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,465 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 531 ( 9.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,038 (73.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 896 (16.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $519,737 |
| Average Home Value | $511,116 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,159
Single Family
264
Multi-Family
4,895
Businesses
2,116
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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
Condo
Built in 2020
121.97 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$563 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 15222, Pittsburgh, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,465 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 531 ( 9.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,038 (73.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 896 (16.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $519,737 |
| Average Home Value | $511,116 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,159
Single Family
264
Multi-Family
4,895
Businesses
2,116
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jordann Friedman • COMPASS PENNSYLVANIA, LLC
Mls Name: WPMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #1685522
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