132 Ballard CtWest ColumbiaSC29172
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 132 Ballard Ct, West Columbia, SC, 29172 in West Columbia. Rental yield 4.8%. At $400,000 with 4.8% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $110,513 in new equity by year five, complemented by $3,684/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.89) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $100,990.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(782) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,600 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,222 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 1960
1 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29172, West Columbia, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,704 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,045 (64.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,145 (24.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 514 (10.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $218,089 |
| Average Home Value | $248,896 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,059
Single Family
3,672
Multi-Family
387
Businesses
262
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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 1960
1 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29172, West Columbia, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,704 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,045 (64.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,145 (24.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 514 (10.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $218,089 |
| Average Home Value | $248,896 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,059
Single Family
3,672
Multi-Family
387
Businesses
262
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
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Listed by: Jimmy Martin • Home Advantage Realty
Mls Name: Consolidated MLS
Mls ID: #614912