261 Ridge StNewarkNJ07104
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 261 Ridge St, Newark, NJ, 07104 in Newark fits: $675,000, 5.46% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $186,490 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.46%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.01) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,217/yr in principal paydown and $186,490 in appreciation project a total return of $146,688.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,742) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Newark market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,070 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,543 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.68x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1917
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 07104, Newark, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,503 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,939 (18.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 16,603 (77.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 961 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $446,782 |
| Average Home Value | $539,320 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,051
Single Family
8,845
Multi-Family
9,206
Businesses
1,010
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1917
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 07104, Newark, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,503 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,939 (18.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 16,603 (77.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 961 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $446,782 |
| Average Home Value | $539,320 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,051
Single Family
8,845
Multi-Family
9,206
Businesses
1,010
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Brendan Dasilva • Keller Williams - Nj Metro Group
Mls Name: GSMLS
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