30 Melrose Terrace #216Long BranchNJ07740
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play30 Melrose Terrace #216, Long Branch, NJ, 07740 in Long Branch is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.58%. At $1,599,910 with a 4.58% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $442,026 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.85) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $196,857.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,555) | $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 | $6,106 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,024 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.51x |
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.
Condo
Built in N/A
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,257 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 07740, Long Branch, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,802 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,493 (34.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,586 (48.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,723 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $636,006 |
| Average Home Value | $729,856 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,617
Single Family
10,842
Multi-Family
2,775
Businesses
917
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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
Condo
Built in N/A
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,257 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 07740, Long Branch, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,802 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,493 (34.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,586 (48.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,723 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $636,006 |
| Average Home Value | $729,856 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,617
Single Family
10,842
Multi-Family
2,775
Businesses
917
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Listed by: David Ten Hoeve • Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth
Mls Name: MOMLS
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Mls ID: #22522479
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