408 Elk StreetAlbanyNY12206
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity Builder408 Elk Street, Albany, NY, 12206 in Albany is a stable, well-positioned rental at $248,900. Rental yield 7.39%. DSCR 1.37 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage without U.S. income documentation. Over five years, 5% appreciation adds $68,766 in value and $2,292/yr in principal paydown builds equity, a total projected return of $86,664.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(129) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,533 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,563 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.98x |
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 1916
1,742 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12206, Albany, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,508 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,537 (18.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,509 (64.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,462 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $173,929 |
| Average Home Value | $228,710 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,652
Single Family
5,533
Multi-Family
1,119
Businesses
816
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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 1916
1,742 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 12206, Albany, NY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,508 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,537 (18.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,509 (64.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,462 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $173,929 |
| Average Home Value | $228,710 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,652
Single Family
5,533
Multi-Family
1,119
Businesses
816
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices