40154 Salt Meadow DrFenwick IslandDE19944
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 40154 Salt Meadow Dr, Fenwick Island, DE, 19944 in Fenwick Island fits: $1,349,000, 1.81% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $372,704 in value within five years. Rental yield 1.81%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.34) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,424/yr in principal paydown and $372,704 in appreciation project a total return of $138,164.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.8% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,766) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Fenwick Island market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,040 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,269 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.28x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2007
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19944, Fenwick Island, DE area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,606 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 274 (17.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 24 ( 1.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,308 (81.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,010,638 |
| Average Home Value | $1,212,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
747
Single Family
747
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
81
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2007
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19944, Fenwick Island, DE area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,606 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 274 (17.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 24 ( 1.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,308 (81.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,010,638 |
| Average Home Value | $1,212,673 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
747
Single Family
747
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
81
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: DAYNA FEHER • Keller Williams Realty
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #DESU2096006