140 Birdhouse Loop #5GirdwoodAK99587
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 140 Birdhouse Loop #5, Girdwood, AK, 99587 in Girdwood. Rental yield 5.71%. At $439,000 with 5.71% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $121,288 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,043/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.06) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $106,620.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(952) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Girdwood market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,088 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,866 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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 1979
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$365 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 99587, Girdwood, AK area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,531 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 584 (38.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 285 (18.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 662 (43.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $697,154 |
| Average Home Value | $728,262 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1
Single Family
1
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
92
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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 1979
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$365 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 99587, Girdwood, AK area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,531 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 584 (38.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 285 (18.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 662 (43.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $697,154 |
| Average Home Value | $728,262 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1
Single Family
1
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
92
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Erin Eker • Ski To Sea Properties LLC
Mls Name: AKMLS
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Mls ID: #25-8393
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