1201 Front Ave UNIT 222ColumbusGA31901
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1201 Front Ave UNIT 222, Columbus, GA, 31901 in Columbus fits: $418,000, 2.07% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $115,486 in value within five years. Rental yield 2.07%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.38) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,850/yr in principal paydown and $115,486 in appreciation project a total return of $40,900.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.1% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,824) | $850 |
City averages based on Columbus market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $720 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,378 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.30x |
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 1890
1,350 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 31901, Columbus, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,340 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 846 (19.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,603 (60.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 891 (20.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $222,959 |
| Average Home Value | $267,423 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,463
Single Family
2,549
Multi-Family
914
Businesses
877
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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 1890
1,350 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 31901, Columbus, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,340 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 846 (19.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,603 (60.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 891 (20.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $222,959 |
| Average Home Value | $267,423 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,463
Single Family
2,549
Multi-Family
914
Businesses
877
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices