Yellow Wood DrWheelingWV26003
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYellow Wood Dr, Wheeling, WV, 26003 in Wheeling is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.23%. At $645,000 with a 2.23% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $178,202 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.41) 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: $80,509.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.2% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,532) | $450 |
City averages based on Wheeling market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,475 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.35x |
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
0.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 26003, Wheeling, WV area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,420 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,619 (56.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,088 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,713 (13.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $189,635 |
| Average Home Value | $222,956 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,377
Single Family
17,124
Multi-Family
2,253
Businesses
1,832
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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
0.64 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 26003, Wheeling, WV area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,420 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,619 (56.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,088 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,713 (13.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $189,635 |
| Average Home Value | $222,956 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,377
Single Family
17,124
Multi-Family
2,253
Businesses
1,832
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Robert A Kilgore • RE/MAX Broadwater
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