1500 31st StBirminghamAL35218
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 5.82% gross rental yield, 1500 31st St, Birmingham, AL, 35218 in Birmingham is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $245,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $67,689 by year five, with $2,256/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.08) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $79,864.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(194) | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,189 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,285 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.92x |
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 1930
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35218, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,482 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,051 (30.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,688 (48.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 743 (21.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $82,102 |
| Average Home Value | $183,977 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,931
Single Family
2,750
Multi-Family
181
Businesses
293
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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 1930
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35218, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,482 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,051 (30.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,688 (48.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 743 (21.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $82,102 |
| Average Home Value | $183,977 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,931
Single Family
2,750
Multi-Family
181
Businesses
293
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: GALMLS
Mls ID: #21447569