256 Ashland AvePittsburghPA15228
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeAt $308,000, 256 Ashland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15228 in Pittsburgh generates $2,221/mo in rent (8.65% yield) but nets only $183/mo after debt service. The spread is thin, manageable for investors comfortable with low-margin holds who are buying into the 5% annual appreciation thesis. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.60) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without personal income checks. A larger down payment reduces the monthly debt load and widens the margin. Five-year appreciation: $85,095. Total projected return: $129,159.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.7% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $183 | $450 |
City averages based on Pittsburgh market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,221 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,915 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.16x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 1930
7,300 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 15228, Pittsburgh, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,830 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,975 (63.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,335 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 520 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $421,264 |
| Average Home Value | $476,721 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,666
Single Family
5,816
Multi-Family
1,850
Businesses
434
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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 1930
7,300 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 15228, Pittsburgh, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,830 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,975 (63.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,335 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 520 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $421,264 |
| Average Home Value | $476,721 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,666
Single Family
5,816
Multi-Family
1,850
Businesses
434
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Nichole Merrell • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Mls Name: WPMLS
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