279 Beard AveBuffaloNY14214
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 279 Beard Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214 in Buffalo at $729,000, 2.46% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 2.46%. The $1,494/mo rent partially funds the $3,278/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $201,409 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.46) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $60,825.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.5% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,374) | $450 |
City averages based on Buffalo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,494 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,578 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.33x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 1919
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14214, Buffalo, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,689 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,923 (36.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,496 (51.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,270 (11.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $291,031 |
| Average Home Value | $317,434 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,531
Single Family
6,254
Multi-Family
1,277
Businesses
451
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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 1919
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14214, Buffalo, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,689 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,923 (36.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,496 (51.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,270 (11.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $291,031 |
| Average Home Value | $317,434 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,531
Single Family
6,254
Multi-Family
1,277
Businesses
451
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices