1485 S Banana River DrMerritt IslandFL32952
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 1485 S Banana River Dr, Merritt Island, FL, 32952 in Merritt Island is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.61%. The 4.61% gross yield at $769,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $212,461 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.85) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $154,648.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,151) | $250 |
City averages based on Merritt Island 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 | $2,952 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,797 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.62x |
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 2026
0.33 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32952, Merritt Island, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,883 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,588 (76.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,504 (15.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 791 ( 8.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $490,042 |
| Average Home Value | $594,380 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,202
Single Family
8,511
Multi-Family
691
Businesses
561
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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 2026
0.33 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32952, Merritt Island, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,883 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,588 (76.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,504 (15.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 791 ( 8.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $490,042 |
| Average Home Value | $594,380 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,202
Single Family
8,511
Multi-Family
691
Businesses
561
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Space Coast AOR
Mls ID: #1076910