977 Sheaffer RdElizabethtownPA17022
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play977 Sheaffer Rd, Elizabethtown, PA, 17022 in Elizabethtown is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.84%. At $646,425 with a 2.84% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $178,595 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.53) 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: $72,049.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,706) | $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 | $1,530 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,979 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.38x |
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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17022, Elizabethtown, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,098 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,721 (66.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,859 (29.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 518 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $337,041 |
| Average Home Value | $367,005 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,850
Single Family
11,580
Multi-Family
1,270
Businesses
646
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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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 17022, Elizabethtown, PA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,098 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,721 (66.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,859 (29.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 518 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $337,041 |
| Average Home Value | $367,005 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,850
Single Family
11,580
Multi-Family
1,270
Businesses
646
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