1038 14th AveTuscaloosaAL35401
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1038 14th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401 in Tuscaloosa is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.38%. The 4.38% gross yield at $798,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $220,721 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.81) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $198,462.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,595) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Tuscaloosa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,915 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,192 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.70x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2018
435.60 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35401, Tuscaloosa, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,493 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,167 (20.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,697 (62.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,629 (17.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $225,304 |
| Average Home Value | $305,922 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,933
Single Family
14,197
Multi-Family
3,736
Businesses
1,738
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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
Condo
Built in 2018
435.60 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35401, Tuscaloosa, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,493 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,167 (20.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,697 (62.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,629 (17.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $225,304 |
| Average Home Value | $305,922 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,933
Single Family
14,197
Multi-Family
3,736
Businesses
1,738
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tricia Stone • Carrie Fitts Real Estate
Mls Name: WAMLS
Mls ID: #171220