1428 Madison StChattanoogaTN37408
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 1428 Madison St, Chattanooga, TN, 37408 in Chattanooga at $735,000, 5.6% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.6%. The $3,428/mo rent partially funds the $3,305/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $203,067 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.04) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $215,291.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(976) | $420 |
City averages based on Chattanooga market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,428 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,112 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 2016
3,484 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$50 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 37408, Chattanooga, TN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,877 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 556 (19.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,689 (58.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 632 (22.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $452,147 |
| Average Home Value | $509,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,714
Single Family
2,480
Multi-Family
234
Businesses
616
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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 2016
3,484 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$50 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 37408, Chattanooga, TN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,877 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 556 (19.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,689 (58.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 632 (22.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $452,147 |
| Average Home Value | $509,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,714
Single Family
2,480
Multi-Family
234
Businesses
616
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kelly Sexton • Keller Williams Realty
Mls Name: Greater Chattanooga Realtors
Mls ID: #1508866
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