137 MerionSaint Simons IslandGA31522
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 137 Merion, Saint Simons Island, GA, 31522 in Saint Simons Island is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.09%. The 4.09% gross yield at $1,595,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $440,669 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.76) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $329,176.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,356) | $200 |
City averages based on Saint Simons Island market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,435 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,073 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 1985
0.42 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 31522, Saint Simons Island, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,280 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,783 (55.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,468 (12.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,029 (32.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $607,719 |
| Average Home Value | $700,965 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,268
Single Family
9,782
Multi-Family
1,486
Businesses
1,233
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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 1985
0.42 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 31522, Saint Simons Island, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,280 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,783 (55.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,468 (12.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,029 (32.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $607,719 |
| Average Home Value | $700,965 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,268
Single Family
9,782
Multi-Family
1,486
Businesses
1,233
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Nancy Wainwright • DeLoach Sotheby's International Realty
Mls Name: GIAOR
Mls ID: #1655762