40 Waterfront Cir #301BuffaloNY14202
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play40 Waterfront Cir #301, Buffalo, NY, 14202 in Buffalo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.19%. At $1,190,000 with a 3.19% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $328,775 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.59) 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: $102,849.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,501) | $450 |
City averages based on Buffalo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,164 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,192 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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 1990
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$719 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14202, Buffalo, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,556 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 462 (18.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,634 (63.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 460 (18.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $541,262 |
| Average Home Value | $563,988 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,136
Single Family
488
Multi-Family
1,648
Businesses
1,025
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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 1990
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$719 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 14202, Buffalo, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,556 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 462 (18.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,634 (63.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 460 (18.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $541,262 |
| Average Home Value | $563,988 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,136
Single Family
488
Multi-Family
1,648
Businesses
1,025
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Ryan J Mills • Superlative Real Estate, Inc.
Mls Name: NYSAMLSs
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Mls ID: #B1587719
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