149 Palmer AveBirminghamAL35211



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who value predictability will appreciate 149 Palmer Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35211 in Birmingham. At $400,000 it earns $2,816/mo in rent and distributes $459/mo to the owner after the $1,799/mo payment, a consistent 8.45% yield. DSCR 1.57 clears Ziffy Mortgage's income-only underwriting standard. Over five years, 5% annual appreciation adds $110,513 in value; $3,684/yr in principal paydown compounds ownership stake. Total projected return: $180,622.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.5% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $459 | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,816 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,199 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.28x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 2023
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,200 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35211, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,583 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,867 (35.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,218 (45.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,498 (18.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $127,860 |
| Average Home Value | $225,345 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,074
Single Family
9,184
Multi-Family
2,890
Businesses
679



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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 2023
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,200 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35211, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,583 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,867 (35.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,218 (45.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,498 (18.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $127,860 |
| Average Home Value | $225,345 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,074
Single Family
9,184
Multi-Family
2,890
Businesses
679
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Listed by: Annette Carra • Platinum Realty
Mls Name: GALMLS
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Mls ID: #21409018
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