357 S 3rd StReadingPA19602
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 357 S 3rd St, Reading, PA, 19602 in Reading. Rental yield 3.1%. At $500,000 with 3.1% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $138,141 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,605/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.57) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $62,631.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.1% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,985) | $450 |
City averages based on Reading market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,291 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,077 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.42x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1900
2,178 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19602, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,480 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,277 (26.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,139 (60.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,064 (12.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $80,336 |
| Average Home Value | $137,463 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,982
Single Family
4,996
Multi-Family
1,986
Businesses
384
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1900
2,178 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19602, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,480 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,277 (26.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,139 (60.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,064 (12.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $80,336 |
| Average Home Value | $137,463 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,982
Single Family
4,996
Multi-Family
1,986
Businesses
384
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PABK2069610