261 Altamont AvenueSchenectadyNY12304
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who treat current yield as secondary to long-run equity growth will find 261 Altamont Avenue, Schenectady, NY, 12304 in Schenectady worth modelling. At $289,000 with a 8.1% gross yield, the $1,951/mo rent leaves $21/mo after the $1,300/mo payment, sufficient to cover costs, modest in distribution. Ziffy Mortgage's 1.50 DSCR loan can finance the acquisition without personal income documentation. Appreciation of 5%/yr is projected to add $79,845 by year five; $2,662/yr in principal reduction adds further equity. Total projected return: $111,544.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.1% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $21 | $450 |
City averages based on Schenectady market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,951 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,815 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.07x |
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 1955
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12304, Schenectady, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,827 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,220 (53.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,011 (40.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 596 ( 6.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $214,106 |
| Average Home Value | $258,404 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,914
Single Family
8,353
Multi-Family
561
Businesses
558
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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 1955
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12304, Schenectady, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,827 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,220 (53.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,011 (40.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 596 ( 6.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $214,106 |
| Average Home Value | $258,404 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,914
Single Family
8,353
Multi-Family
561
Businesses
558
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Global MLS
Mls ID: #202615376