605 Lake DrBaltimoreMD21286



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 605 Lake Dr, Baltimore, MD, 21286 in Baltimore worth study. Rental yield 4.87%. The 4.87% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,199,999, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $331,538 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $4,873/mo partially offsets the $5,396/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.90 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $288,472.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,590) | $850 |
City averages based on Baltimore market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,873 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,986 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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 1953
1.67 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21286, Towson, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,178 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,057 (54.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,997 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,124 (10.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $466,123 |
| Average Home Value | $494,134 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,606
Single Family
7,160
Multi-Family
3,446
Businesses
935



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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 1953
1.67 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21286, Towson, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,178 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,057 (54.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,997 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,124 (10.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $466,123 |
| Average Home Value | $494,134 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,606
Single Family
7,160
Multi-Family
3,446
Businesses
935
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