490 Madison AvenueAlbanyNY12208



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 490 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY, 12208 in Albany. Rental yield 3.44%. At $649,000 with 3.44% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $179,307 in new equity by year five, complemented by $5,977/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.64) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $88,435.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,472) | $850 |
City averages based on Albany market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,862 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,076 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.46x |
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 1875
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12208, Albany, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,963 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,175 (38.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,550 (50.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,238 (11.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $269,651 |
| Average Home Value | $313,159 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,053
Single Family
7,877
Multi-Family
2,176
Businesses
404



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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 1875
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12208, Albany, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,963 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,175 (38.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,550 (50.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,238 (11.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $269,651 |
| Average Home Value | $313,159 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,053
Single Family
7,877
Multi-Family
2,176
Businesses
404
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