159 Sylvia CircleAthensGA30601
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 4.54% gross rental yield, 159 Sylvia Circle, Athens, GA, 30601 in Athens is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $424,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $117,143 by year five, with $3,905/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.87) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $101,455.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,010) | $250 |
City averages based on Athens market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,662 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,412 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 1953
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30601, Athens, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,003 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,353 (27.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,391 (61.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,259 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $224,711 |
| Average Home Value | $283,517 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,679
Single Family
7,458
Multi-Family
3,221
Businesses
984
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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 1953
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30601, Athens, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,003 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,353 (27.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,391 (61.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,259 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $224,711 |
| Average Home Value | $283,517 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,679
Single Family
7,458
Multi-Family
3,221
Businesses
984
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices