918 Sue Grove RdEssexMD21221
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 918 Sue Grove Rd, Essex, MD, 21221 in Essex fits: $749,999, 2.4% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $207,211 in value within five years. Rental yield 2.4%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.44) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,908/yr in principal paydown and $207,211 in appreciation project a total return of $80,776.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.4% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,167) | $800 |
City averages based on Essex market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,498 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,366 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.34x |
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 2026
9,504 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21221, Essex, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,932 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,323 (54.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,425 (39.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,184 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $342,296 |
| Average Home Value | $396,170 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,374
Single Family
13,680
Multi-Family
4,694
Businesses
868
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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 2026
9,504 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21221, Essex, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,932 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,323 (54.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,425 (39.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,184 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $342,296 |
| Average Home Value | $396,170 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,374
Single Family
13,680
Multi-Family
4,694
Businesses
868
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices