316 W Clay StRichmondVA23220
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 316 W Clay St, Richmond, VA, 23220 in Richmond fits: $509,000, 5.47% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $140,627 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.47%. 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. $4,688/yr in principal paydown and $140,627 in appreciation project a total return of $145,962.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(724) | $450 |
City averages based on Richmond market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,319 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,840 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,611 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 23220, Richmond, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,204 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,744 (24.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,895 (67.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,565 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $514,099 |
| Average Home Value | $600,389 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,181
Single Family
10,606
Multi-Family
8,575
Businesses
1,372
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1900
1,611 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 23220, Richmond, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,204 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,744 (24.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,895 (67.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,565 ( 8.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $514,099 |
| Average Home Value | $600,389 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,181
Single Family
10,606
Multi-Family
8,575
Businesses
1,372
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices