813 Locust StReadingPA19604
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeTight but positive: 813 Locust St, Reading, PA, 19604 in Reading at $119,000 earns $920/mo in rent and nets $140/mo after the $535/mo payment, a 9.28% yield with limited short-term income headroom. The equity story offsets the thin monthly spread: 5% annual appreciation adds $32,878 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage underwrites this on a 1.72 DSCR without U.S. credit history. With $1,096/yr in principal paydown, total projected return reaches $54,365.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.3% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $140 | $450 |
City averages based on Reading market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $920 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $732 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.26x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1890
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19604, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,028 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,658 (46.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,695 (46.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 675 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $117,611 |
| Average Home Value | $181,341 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,821
Single Family
8,006
Multi-Family
815
Businesses
378
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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 1890
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 19604, Reading, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,028 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,658 (46.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,695 (46.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 675 ( 6.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $117,611 |
| Average Home Value | $181,341 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,821
Single Family
8,006
Multi-Family
815
Businesses
378
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Adam Devine • Dorrance Realty LLC
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #PABK2063882