42278 Allison DrMechanicsvilleMD20659
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity Builder42278 Allison Dr, Mechanicsville, MD, 20659 in Mechanicsville earns a respectable 7.76% gross yield at $495,000, but after the $2,226/mo mortgage the net cash flow is $124/mo, a tight but positive spread. Expense discipline (vacancy, management, maintenance) will determine whether the margin widens. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.44) still qualifies on property income; a larger down payment can improve the cash-flow buffer. Long-term, 5% appreciation projects $136,759 over five years, making equity the dominant return driver. Total projected return: $195,797.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $124 | $450 |
City averages based on Mechanicsville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,203 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,882 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.11x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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
8,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 20659, Mechanicsville, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,777 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,403 (84.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 990 (11.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 384 ( 4.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $439,667 |
| Average Home Value | $481,639 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,461
Single Family
8,460
Multi-Family
1
Businesses
328
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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
8,400 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 20659, Mechanicsville, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,777 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,403 (84.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 990 (11.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 384 ( 4.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $439,667 |
| Average Home Value | $481,639 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,461
Single Family
8,460
Multi-Family
1
Businesses
328
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #MDSM2029498