827 Jackson StAllentownPA18101



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 827 Jackson St, Allentown, PA, 18101 in Allentown. Rental yield 5.28%. At $475,000 with 5.28% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $131,234 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,375/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.98) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $115,022.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,023) | $850 |
City averages based on Allentown market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,089 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,924 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.71x |
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 1880
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18101, Allentown, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,218 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 211 ( 6.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,708 (84.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 299 ( 9.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $135,938 |
| Average Home Value | $195,108 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,934
Single Family
1,251
Multi-Family
1,683
Businesses
457



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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 1880
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 18101, Allentown, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,218 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 211 ( 6.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,708 (84.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 299 ( 9.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $135,938 |
| Average Home Value | $195,108 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,934
Single Family
1,251
Multi-Family
1,683
Businesses
457
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