9979 Baker LnEllicott CityMD21042
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play9979 Baker Ln, Ellicott City, MD, 21042 in Ellicott City is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.47%. At $749,990 with a 5.47% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $207,208 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.01) 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: $204,469.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,423) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Ellicott City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,420 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,366 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.78x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2026
3,080 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21042, Ellicott City, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,992 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,227 (82.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,268 (14.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 497 ( 3.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $766,672 |
| Average Home Value | $819,079 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,523
Single Family
14,161
Multi-Family
1,362
Businesses
933
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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 2026
3,080 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21042, Ellicott City, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,992 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,227 (82.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,268 (14.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 497 ( 3.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $766,672 |
| Average Home Value | $819,079 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,523
Single Family
14,161
Multi-Family
1,362
Businesses
933
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Bob Lucido • Keller Williams Lucido Agency
Mls Name: Bright MLS
Mls ID: #MDHW2064944