1216 Legacy DrBirminghamAL35242
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1216 Legacy Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35242 in Birmingham is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.63%. At $1,088,000 with a 4.63% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $300,594 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.86) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $268,507.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,218) | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,985 |
| 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.
Single Family
Built in 2001
0.49 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$155 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35242, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 25,541 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 16,696 (65.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,600 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,245 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $468,745 |
| Average Home Value | $539,210 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,947
Single Family
18,515
Multi-Family
6,432
Businesses
1,615
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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 2001
0.49 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$155 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35242, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 25,541 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 16,696 (65.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,600 (29.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,245 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $468,745 |
| Average Home Value | $539,210 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
24,947
Single Family
18,515
Multi-Family
6,432
Businesses
1,615
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Cliff Glansen • FlatFee.com
Mls Name: GALMLS
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Mls ID: #21407550
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