640-642 N Sumner AveScrantonPA18504
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play640-642 N Sumner Ave, Scranton, PA, 18504 in Scranton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.83%. At $299,999 with a 4.83% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $82,884 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.90) 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: $65,476.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(758) | $450 |
City averages based on Scranton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,208 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,846 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.65x |
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 1940
6,534 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18504, Scranton, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,260 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,767 (46.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,024 (39.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,469 (14.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $168,363 |
| Average Home Value | $227,392 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,912
Single Family
8,692
Multi-Family
220
Businesses
463
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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 1940
6,534 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18504, Scranton, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,260 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,767 (46.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,024 (39.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,469 (14.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $168,363 |
| Average Home Value | $227,392 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,912
Single Family
8,692
Multi-Family
220
Businesses
463
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Rita Tischler • Christian Saunders Real Estate C.S. Branch
Mls Name: GSBR
Mls ID: #SC260207