526 Gardiner RoadDresdenME04342
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 526 Gardiner Road, Dresden, ME, 04342 in Dresden fits: $362,800, 5.91% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $100,235 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.91%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.10) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,341/yr in principal paydown and $100,235 in appreciation project a total return of $105,418.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(504) | $850 |
City averages based on Dresden market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,786 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,145 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 1850
1.10 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 04342, Dresden, ME area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 930 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 717 (77.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 102 (11.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 111 (11.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $297,606 |
| Average Home Value | $317,326 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
782
Single Family
782
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
20
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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 1850
1.10 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 04342, Dresden, ME area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 930 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 717 (77.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 102 (11.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 111 (11.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $297,606 |
| Average Home Value | $317,326 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
782
Single Family
782
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
20
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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