742-746 W Union StAthensOH45701
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 742-746 W Union St, Athens, OH, 45701 in Athens. Rental yield 5.14%. At $280,000 with 5.14% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $77,359 in new equity by year five, complemented by $2,579/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.95) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $65,293.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(643) | $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 | $1,199 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,730 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 1900
1.07 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 45701, Athens, OH area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,893 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,295 (41.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,517 (50.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,081 ( 8.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $246,885 |
| Average Home Value | $296,346 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,484
Single Family
10,439
Multi-Family
2,045
Businesses
1,282
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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 1900
1.07 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 45701, Athens, OH area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,893 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,295 (41.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,517 (50.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,081 ( 8.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $246,885 |
| Average Home Value | $296,346 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,484
Single Family
10,439
Multi-Family
2,045
Businesses
1,282
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices