1260 Dolphin Bay Way APT 203SarasotaFL34242
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1260 Dolphin Bay Way APT 203, Sarasota, FL, 34242 in Sarasota fits: $1,283,000, 4.65% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $354,469 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.65%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.86) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $11,817/yr in principal paydown and $354,469 in appreciation project a total return of $112,448.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.7% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,019) | $300 |
City averages based on Sarasota market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,972 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,481 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.47x |
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 1997
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$2,477 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 34242, Sarasota, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,363 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,517 (33.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 398 ( 3.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,448 (62.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $995,518 |
| Average Home Value | $1,226,830 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,895
Single Family
3,560
Multi-Family
3,335
Businesses
232
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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 1997
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$2,477 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 34242, Sarasota, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,363 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,517 (33.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 398 ( 3.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,448 (62.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $995,518 |
| Average Home Value | $1,226,830 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,895
Single Family
3,560
Multi-Family
3,335
Businesses
232
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Mina Johnson • MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Mls Name: Stellar MLS
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Mls ID: #A4616567
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