4231 Elmerton AveHarrisburgPA17109
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4231 Elmerton Ave, Harrisburg, PA, 17109 in Harrisburg is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.33%. At $310,000 with a 5.33% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $85,647 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.99) 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: $75,984.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(654) | $450 |
City averages based on Harrisburg market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,378 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,908 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 1924
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17109, Harrisburg, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,172 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,464 (48.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,971 (44.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 737 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $226,705 |
| Average Home Value | $296,110 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,606
Single Family
8,123
Multi-Family
2,483
Businesses
750
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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 1924
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17109, Harrisburg, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,172 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,464 (48.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,971 (44.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 737 ( 6.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $226,705 |
| Average Home Value | $296,110 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,606
Single Family
8,123
Multi-Family
2,483
Businesses
750
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PADA2058232