3854-3840 Pennsylvania AveCharlestonWV25302
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3854-3840 Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV, 25302 in Charleston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.49%. At $385,000 with a 4.49% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $106,368 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $94,648.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 9.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(788) | $425 |
City averages based on Charleston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,440 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,074 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 N/A
0.39 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 25302, Charleston, WV area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,716 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,727 (48.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,665 (34.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,324 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $168,686 |
| Average Home Value | $221,501 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,329
Single Family
6,830
Multi-Family
499
Businesses
515
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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 N/A
0.39 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 25302, Charleston, WV area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,716 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,727 (48.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,665 (34.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,324 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $168,686 |
| Average Home Value | $221,501 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,329
Single Family
6,830
Multi-Family
499
Businesses
515
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Peggy White • Old Colony
Mls Name: KVBR
Mls ID: #280101