DSCR · Akron

DSCR Loans in Akron, OH

Loan-size math and qualifying analysis for DSCR financing on Akron's $141k median home value. Moderate fit.

Recommendation

Moderate fit for Akron.

DSCR pencils at 1.12 on Akron medians — clears the 1.10 minimum for most lenders but won't get the best rate tier. Look for properties below median for stronger qualifying.

Loan math · Akron

Payment on Akron's $141k median.

Median home value (Akron)$140,512
Assumed LTV78%
Loan amount$109,599
Cash to close (down payment)$30,913
Assumed rate8.50%
Term30-year amortizing
Monthly P&I$843/mo
Qualifying · DSCR

Does Akron pencil?

Median monthly rent (Akron)$1,135/mo
Property taxes (est. 1.1%/yr)−$129/mo
Insurance (est. 0.5%/yr)−$59/mo
NOI (before debt)$947/mo
Debt service−$843/mo
DSCR1.12

Most DSCR lenders require DSCR ≥ 1.10 to fund and ≥ 1.20-1.25 for the best pricing tier. Akron medians clear the funding minimum but not the best-rate tier — look for properties below median or with above-market rent.

What it is

DSCR financing — the mechanics.

A non-QM mortgage product where the lender computes Debt Service Coverage Ratio = NOI ÷ debt service. If DSCR clears their threshold (1.10-1.25 typical), the loan funds regardless of the borrower's W-2 income, DTI, or tax returns. The property qualifies the loan.

Lender requires: 660+ FICO (most), 25% down (typical), 6 months of debt-service reserves, signed lease or projected market rent supported by Form 1007 appraiser-rent comps. Closing in 21-35 days standard.

State context · Ohio

How Ohio law affects this loan.

Ohio foreclosure timeline: judicial, ~6-9 months. See full DSCR in Ohio breakdown.

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FAQ

Frequently asked.

What's the typical DSCR loan size for a property in Akron?

On Akron's $141k median home value, a DSCR loan at the standard 78% LTV would be approximately $110k, requiring $31k down.

What's the monthly payment on a typical DSCR loan in Akron?

Fully-amortizing 30-year payment on a $110k DSCR loan at the typical rate of 8.50% would be approximately $843/month, excluding taxes and insurance.

Is Akron a good market for DSCR financing?

DSCR pencils at 1.12 on Akron medians — clears the 1.10 minimum for most lenders but won't get the best rate tier. Look for properties below median for stronger qualifying.

What credit and reserves do DSCR lenders require for Akron properties?

Lender requires: 660+ FICO (most), 25% down (typical), 6 months of debt-service reserves, signed lease or projected market rent supported by Form 1007 appraiser-rent comps. Closing in 21-35 days standard.

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