1017 7th St WBirminghamAL35204
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1017 7th St W, Birmingham, AL, 35204 in Birmingham is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.82%. The 5.82% gross yield at $249,850 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $69,029 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.08) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $81,372.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(199) | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,211 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,311 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.92x |
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 1976
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35204, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,212 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,563 (30.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,607 (50.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,042 (20.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $104,329 |
| Average Home Value | $188,864 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,481
Single Family
4,282
Multi-Family
199
Businesses
420
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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 1976
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35204, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,212 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,563 (30.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,607 (50.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,042 (20.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $104,329 |
| Average Home Value | $188,864 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,481
Single Family
4,282
Multi-Family
199
Businesses
420
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Anthony Caldwell • Meghan-Brooke Ashley Realty
Mls Name: GALMLS
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Mls ID: #21418689
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