258 E 2nd StNew CastleDE19720
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 258 E 2nd St, New Castle, DE, 19720 in New Castle worth study. Rental yield 5.52%. The 5.52% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $669,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $184,832 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $3,078/mo partially offsets the $3,008/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.02 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $201,514.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(793) | $450 |
City averages based on New Castle market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,078 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,605 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 2001
3,485 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19720, New Castle, DE area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,484 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 16,788 (68.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,754 (27.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 942 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $299,178 |
| Average Home Value | $336,568 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,945
Single Family
20,868
Multi-Family
2,077
Businesses
1,721
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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 2001
3,485 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19720, New Castle, DE area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,484 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 16,788 (68.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,754 (27.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 942 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $299,178 |
| Average Home Value | $336,568 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,945
Single Family
20,868
Multi-Family
2,077
Businesses
1,721
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Cindy Reynolds • Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #DENC2089342