1516 Sandpiper Ln APT 205Gulf ShoresAL36542
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1516 Sandpiper Ln APT 205, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 in Gulf Shores is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.21%. At $419,500 with a 5.21% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $115,900 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.97) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $87,305.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,141) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Gulf Shores market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,822 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,795 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.65x |
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 1985
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$500 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36542, Gulf Shores, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,438 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,282 (30.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,228 (15.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10,928 (53.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $407,892 |
| Average Home Value | $473,194 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,536
Single Family
9,700
Multi-Family
4,836
Businesses
523
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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 1985
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$500 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36542, Gulf Shores, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,438 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,282 (30.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,228 (15.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10,928 (53.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $407,892 |
| Average Home Value | $473,194 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,536
Single Family
9,700
Multi-Family
4,836
Businesses
523
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: The Dusty Cole Team • RE/MAX on the Coast
Mls Name: Baldwin Realtors
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Mls ID: #372284
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