286 Jefferson StMeadvillePA16335



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 286 Jefferson St, Meadville, PA, 16335 in Meadville fits: $498,000, 3.18% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $137,588 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.18%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.59) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $4,587/yr in principal paydown and $137,588 in appreciation project a total return of $64,638.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,943) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,320 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,065 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.43x |
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 1930
0.58 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 16335, Meadville, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,831 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,152 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,358 (34.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,321 (10.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $169,957 |
| Average Home Value | $216,034 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,832
Single Family
10,811
Multi-Family
1,021
Businesses
1,273



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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
0.58 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 16335, Meadville, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,831 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,152 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,358 (34.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,321 (10.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $169,957 |
| Average Home Value | $216,034 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,832
Single Family
10,811
Multi-Family
1,021
Businesses
1,273
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Listed by: Leslie Berger • ERA Richmond Real Estate Service
Mls Name: GEMLS
Mls ID: #187749
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