4216 Knowles AveKensingtonMD20895
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 4216 Knowles Ave, Kensington, MD, 20895 in Kensington worth study. Rental yield 3.79%. The 3.79% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,689,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $466,640 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $5,341/mo partially offsets the $7,595/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.70 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $308,395.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,164) | $350 |
City averages based on Kensington market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,341 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,833 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.54x |
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 2025
7,848 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 20895, Kensington, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,739 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,980 (77.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,463 (18.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 296 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $821,665 |
| Average Home Value | $893,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,492
Single Family
6,796
Multi-Family
696
Businesses
751
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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 2025
7,848 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 20895, Kensington, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,739 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,980 (77.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,463 (18.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 296 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $821,665 |
| Average Home Value | $893,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,492
Single Family
6,796
Multi-Family
696
Businesses
751
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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