Washington DC DSCR Loans: No Tax Returns, 1.2 DSCR Min, Rates from 6.25%
Rental property financing for Washington DC investors qualified on property cash flow — not personal income, W-2s, or tax returns. Serving Washington DC and the rest of Washington DC. If the property cash-flows at 1.2× the mortgage, you may qualify.
- 1.2 DSCR minimum
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- 680+ FICO
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- Refi from 6.25%
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- 21–30 day close
Can I get a DSCR rental loan in Washington DC?
Yes. DSCR loans in Washington DC qualify investors based on property cash flow with a 1.2 DSCR minimum, 680+ FICO, and 20–25% down. No tax returns, W-2s, or DTI calculation required. 1–4 unit residential and 5+ unit multifamily eligible. Refi rates start at 6.25%.
Published by PeerSense Capital Advisory · Written by Ed Freeman, Founder. Updated May 2026.
Washington DC Rental Market Snapshot
State-level data DSCR underwriters use to size Washington DC rental deals.
Washington DC is one of the most heavily regulated DSCR markets in the country. RHA rent stabilization on pre-1975 buildings, TOPA tenant-purchase rights on 5+ unit buildings, and a slow Landlord and Tenant Branch calendar mean DC defaults are expensive. Investors typically target post-1975 exempt buildings or small (1–4 unit) properties owned by individuals (not corporate entities) to escape the heaviest TOPA friction.
Major Washington DC Markets We Fund
Active DSCR deal flow across Washington DC's core rental markets. Same requirements — 1.2 DSCR, 680+ FICO, 20–25% down — apply statewide.
| Metro | Median Price | Gross Yield | DSCR Investor Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington DC | $695K | 3.5–5.0% | RHA rent stabilization on pre-1975, TOPA on 5+ units, slow eviction calendar |
Washington DC Eviction Timeline & Landlord Posture
How Washington DC courts handle non-payment evictions — material to DSCR loss-severity assumptions.
DC requires a 30-day notice for non-payment under TOPA-aligned tenant-rights framework. Landlord and Tenant Branch of DC Superior Court calendars are routinely 60–90 days out; eviction filings also trigger TOPA notices for buildings of 5+ units.
Washington DC Rate Adjustment vs National Baseline
RHA rent stabilization, TOPA tenant-purchase rights, and slow court calendar all increase lender loss severity assumptions.
Final pricing depends on FICO, LTV, DSCR, property type, and program. Baseline national DSCR refi rates start at 6.25% as of May 2026.
DSCR Lenders Active in Washington DC
The non-bank DSCR programs we see most frequently funding Washington DC rental deals. PeerSense matches your scenario across this lender set rather than locking you into one.
- Velocity Mortgage Capital
- CoreVest
- LendingOne
- Visio Lending
PeerSense is independent — not a lender. Lenders listed are programs we have funded Washington DC deals through; specific terms vary by file.
Washington DC DSCR Loan Requirements
| Requirement | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DSCR | 1.20 | 1.00+ allowed with 740 FICO or 30% down |
| Credit Score | 680 FICO | 640–679 by exception, lower LTV |
| Down Payment | 20–25% | 25% if <1.2 DSCR or <700 FICO |
| Property Type | 1–4 units or multifamily | Condos, townhomes, STRs OK where legal |
| Income Docs | None | No tax returns, W-2s, DTI check |
| Reserves | 6 months PITIA | Checking, savings, stocks qualify |
| Close Time | 21–30 days | Cash-out refi: 14–21 days |
Not a commitment to lend. Rates and terms subject to underwriting. See our full DSCR loan guide for the complete program.
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