429 Fountain VwMorgantownWV26505



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 429 Fountain Vw, Morgantown, WV, 26505 in Morgantown fits: $215,000, 4.74% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $59,401 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.74%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.88) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $1,980/yr in principal paydown and $59,401 in appreciation project a total return of $43,324.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(602) | $450 |
City averages based on Morgantown market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $848 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,364 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.62x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2006
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$618 quarterly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 26505, Morgantown, WV area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,140 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,084 (25.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,389 (61.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,667 (13.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $293,024 |
| Average Home Value | $345,737 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,392
Single Family
13,304
Multi-Family
5,088
Businesses
1,351



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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


Condo
Built in 2006
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$618 quarterly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 26505, Morgantown, WV area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,140 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,084 (25.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,389 (61.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,667 (13.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $293,024 |
| Average Home Value | $345,737 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,392
Single Family
13,304
Multi-Family
5,088
Businesses
1,351
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Listed by: Jerrica Moldowan • HOWARD HANNA
Mls Name: NCWV REIN
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Mls ID: #10159163
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