3219 Franklin StSalemVA24153



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 3219 Franklin St, Salem, VA, 24153 in Salem worth study. Rental yield 3.73%. The 3.73% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,095,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $302,528 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $3,401/mo partially offsets the $4,924/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.69 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $211,825.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,145) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,401 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,110 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 2014
8.53 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24153, Salem, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,874 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,469 (68.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,141 (24.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,264 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $317,038 |
| Average Home Value | $367,775 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,321
Single Family
15,046
Multi-Family
1,275
Businesses
1,603



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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 2014
8.53 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24153, Salem, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,874 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,469 (68.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,141 (24.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,264 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $317,038 |
| Average Home Value | $367,775 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,321
Single Family
15,046
Multi-Family
1,275
Businesses
1,603
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