31 Spruce RdOcean CityNJ08226



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 31 Spruce Rd, Ocean City, NJ, 08226 in Ocean City fits: $1,575,000, 3.34% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $435,143 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.34%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.62) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $14,506/yr in principal paydown and $435,143 in appreciation project a total return of $163,753.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,837) | $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 | $4,390 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,600 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.41x |
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 1971
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 08226, Ocean City, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,442 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,123 (19.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,589 ( 7.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15,730 (73.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $843,777 |
| Average Home Value | $1,010,518 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,430
Single Family
10,609
Multi-Family
821
Businesses
871



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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 1971
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 08226, Ocean City, NJ area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,442 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,123 (19.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,589 ( 7.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15,730 (73.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $843,777 |
| Average Home Value | $1,010,518 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,430
Single Family
10,609
Multi-Family
821
Businesses
871
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Listed by: Maureen Hoey • Tim Kerr Sotheby's International Realty
Mls Name: CMCAOR
Mls ID: #252679








