5207 Birwood DrEriePA16511
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5207 Birwood Dr, Erie, PA, 16511 in Erie is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.62%. At $397,999 with a 3.62% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $109,960 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.67) 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: $60,900.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.6% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,408) | $450 |
City averages based on Erie market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,450 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.49x |
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 2001
0.26 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 16511, Erie, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,888 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,105 (63.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,440 (29.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 343 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $196,274 |
| Average Home Value | $227,448 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,845
Single Family
4,529
Multi-Family
316
Businesses
190
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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 2001
0.26 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 16511, Erie, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,888 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,105 (63.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,440 (29.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 343 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $196,274 |
| Average Home Value | $227,448 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,845
Single Family
4,529
Multi-Family
316
Businesses
190
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: GEMLS
Mls ID: #189813