3831 Heron DrLorainOH44053



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 3831 Heron Dr, Lorain, OH, 44053 in Lorain. Rental yield 4.99%. At $359,000 with 4.99% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $99,185 in new equity by year five, complemented by $3,306/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.93) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $80,926.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(867) | $420 |
City averages based on Lorain market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,494 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,219 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.67x |
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 2018
6,263 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 44053, Lorain, OH area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,893 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,090 (61.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,174 (32.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 629 ( 6.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $216,801 |
| Average Home Value | $251,076 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,715
Single Family
7,830
Multi-Family
1,885
Businesses
424



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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 2018
6,263 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 44053, Lorain, OH area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,893 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,090 (61.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,174 (32.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 629 ( 6.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $216,801 |
| Average Home Value | $251,076 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,715
Single Family
7,830
Multi-Family
1,885
Businesses
424
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