53 Oriole DrEphrataPA17522
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 53 Oriole Dr, Ephrata, PA, 17522 in Ephrata. Rental yield 5.44%. At $324,900 with 5.44% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $89,764 in new equity by year five, complemented by $2,992/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.01) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $81,477.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(657) | $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 | $1,472 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,000 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1989
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17522, Ephrata, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,539 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,086 (67.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,032 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 421 ( 3.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $324,829 |
| Average Home Value | $393,887 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,293
Single Family
12,978
Multi-Family
315
Businesses
1,014
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1989
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17522, Ephrata, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,539 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,086 (67.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,032 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 421 ( 3.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $324,829 |
| Average Home Value | $393,887 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,293
Single Family
12,978
Multi-Family
315
Businesses
1,014
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PALA2082520