Top 10 Pennsylvania Zillow Investment Listings Ranked by Cash-on-Cash Return
Ten Western Pennsylvania rental listings from Zillow ranked by cash-on-cash return—Pittsburgh-area markets, Realy assumptions, and investor diligence notes.
These ten listings were pulled from Western Pennsylvania Zillow markets (Beaver County, Allegheny suburbs, Gibsonia, Monaca) and ranked by cash-on-cash return (CoC) using Realy’s Chrome extension—highest CoC first.
Pennsylvania offers a mix of sub-$100K value plays and suburban $350K+ homes. Under lean assumptions, four listings show positive CoC—stronger than coastal markets but still thin on margin until you model insurance and vacancy.
This is a screening list, not a buy list.
Calculation Assumptions Used
| Input | Setting |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% · Closing 1% · Rate 6.5% · 30Y fixed |
| Property taxes | 2% of sale value |
| Insurance, vacancy, maintenance, HOA | $0 (add your quotes) |
| Rent | Zillow Rent Zestimate |
See cash-on-cash formula and NOI guide.
At-a-Glance Ranking
| # | Address | Price | Beds/Baths | CoC | Cap Rate | Mo. CF | Rent/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311 Strawberry Aly | $55,000 | 2 / 2 | 86.2% | 24.2% | $829 | $1,199 |
| 2 | 220 Brokaw Ave | $79,900 | 2 / 1 | 36.9% | 13.8% | $516 | $1,053 |
| 3 | 1219 Connecticut St | $169,900 | 2 / 2 | 3.0% | 6.7% | $88 | $1,230 |
| 4 | 5509 Worthington Ct | $350,000 | 3 / 3 | 1.9% | 6.5% | $118 | $2,471 |
| 5 | 136 Bradford Rd | $375,000 | 3 / 2 | −1.4% | 5.8% | −$94 | $2,427 |
| 6 | 150 Poplar Ave | $350,000 | 3 / 3 | −4.2% | 5.2% | −$256 | $2,097 |
| 7 | 5184 Richland Rd | $395,000 | 3 / 2 | −6.1% | 4.8% | −$421 | $2,235 |
| 8 | 2760 Ravenwood Dr | $349,900 | 3 / 2 | −7.0% | 4.6% | −$428 | $1,924 |
| 9 | 5251 Stella Dr | $389,000 | 3 / 2 | −8.8% | 4.2% | −$597 | $2,018 |
| 10 | 5520 Clearview Rd | $425,000 | 3 / 2 | −10.6% | 3.8% | −$787 | $2,070 |
#1 — 311 Strawberry Aly, New Brighton PA 15066
Single family · 2 bed / 2 bath · 968 sqft · $55,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 86.2% |
| Cap rate | 24.2% |
| Monthly cash flow | $829 |
| Total cash down | $11,550 |
Why it ranks #1: Sub-$60K basis with $1,199/mo rent produces extreme CoC under lean assumptions—similar dynamics to Dallas sub-$100K deals.
Investor notes: $5K price cut (Jul 8). 50 days on market. Tax assessed $65,800. Verify condition in older Beaver County housing stock; add insurance ($1,200+) before trusting yield.
#2 — 220 Brokaw Ave, Donora PA 15033
Single family · 2 bed / 1 bath · 1,134 sqft · $79,900
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 36.9% |
| Cap rate | 13.8% |
| Monthly cash flow | $516 |
| Total cash down | $16,779 |
Investor notes: Open house Sun 2–4pm. Zestimate ~$67K vs. $79.9K list—verify why list exceeds automated value. Mon Valley market—diligence on vacancy and tenant quality.
#3 — 1219 Connecticut St, Aliquippa PA 15001
Single family · 2 bed / 2 bath · 768 sqft · $169,900
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 3.0% |
| Cap rate | 6.7% |
| Monthly cash flow | $88 |
| Total cash down | $35,679 |
Investor notes: Brand-new listing (0 days). Zestimate slightly above list. Thin margin—vacancy erases CoC.
#4 — 5509 Worthington Ct, Bridgeville PA 15017
Townhouse · 3 bed / 3 bath · 1,858 sqft · $350,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 1.9% |
| Cap rate | 6.5% |
| Monthly cash flow | $118 |
| Total cash down | $73,500 |
Investor notes: Showcase listing. Higher rent ($2,471/mo) than nearby SFR on Ravenwood Dr—townhouse premium. Confirm HOA if applicable (not modeled).
#5 — 136 Bradford Rd, Bradfordwoods PA 15015
Single family · 3 bed / 2 bath · 2,348 sqft · $375,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | −1.4% |
| Cap rate | 5.8% |
| Monthly cash flow | −$94 |
Investor notes: Zestimate ~$494K vs. $375K list—large discount signal; investigate why. Wood and stone construction per listing.
#6 — 150 Poplar Ave, Monaca PA 15061
Single family · 3 bed / 3 bath · 1,599 sqft · $350,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | −4.2% |
| Cap rate | 5.2% |
| Monthly cash flow | −$256 |
Investor notes: 1.29-acre lot. Two-car garage. Tax assessed $276K.
#7 — 5184 Richland Rd, Gibsonia PA 15044
Single family · 3 bed / 2 bath · 1,510 sqft · $395,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | −6.1% |
| Cap rate | 4.8% |
| Monthly cash flow | −$421 |
Investor notes: Showcase listing with 3D tour. North Allegheny area—strong schools, weaker rent-to-price for investors.
#8 — 2760 Ravenwood Dr, Bridgeville PA 15017
Single family · 3 bed / 2 bath · 1,408 sqft · $349,900
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | −7.0% |
| Cap rate | 4.6% |
| Monthly cash flow | −$428 |
Investor notes: Open house Sun 1–3pm. Compare to #4 townhome on same street cluster—townhome wins on CoC.
#9 — 5251 Stella Dr, Gibsonia PA 15044
Single family · 3 bed / 2 bath · 1,644 sqft · $389,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | −8.8% |
| Cap rate | 4.2% |
| Monthly cash flow | −$597 |
#10 — 5520 Clearview Rd, Gibsonia PA 15044
Single family · 3 bed / 2 bath · 1,654 sqft · $425,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | −10.6% |
| Cap rate | 3.8% |
| Monthly cash flow | −$787 |
Pennsylvania Patterns
| Pattern | Takeaway |
|---|---|
| Sub-$80K outliers | #1–2 dominate CoC—verify rehab and market risk |
| Pittsburgh suburbs | $350K+ homes negative CoC at list—appreciation markets |
| Price reductions | New Brighton −$5K—negotiation signal |
| vs. Texas | Compare Dallas top 10 for higher baseline yields |
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