5198 E Gardner RdPort ClintonOH43452
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderInvestors approaching the U.S. market with capital-preservation in mind will find 5198 E Gardner Rd, Port Clinton, OH, 43452 in Port Clinton aligned with their strategy. Rental yield 7.02%. DSCR 1.30 and 7.02% yield provide a sound foundation. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR program enables non-U.S. residents to acquire without domestic credit. Over five years, 5% appreciation and $2,349/yr in paydown build toward a projected cumulative return of $85,175.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(186) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,492 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,576 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.95x |
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 1961
5,401 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 43452, Port Clinton, OH area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,612 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,802 (45.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,547 (14.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,263 (40.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $218,954 |
| Average Home Value | $293,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,720
Single Family
8,149
Multi-Family
571
Businesses
738
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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 1961
5,401 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 43452, Port Clinton, OH area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,612 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,802 (45.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,547 (14.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,263 (40.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $218,954 |
| Average Home Value | $293,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,720
Single Family
8,149
Multi-Family
571
Businesses
738
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Stephanie Yarbrough • Howard Hanna - Port Clinton
Mls Name: Firelands MLS
Mls ID: #20250972
Disclaimer: Listing information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.