16178 Darby DrAthensAL35613
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 16178 Darby Dr, Athens, AL, 35613 in Athens fits: $809,900, 3.84% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $223,760 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.84%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.71) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $7,459/yr in principal paydown and $223,760 in appreciation project a total return of $175,290.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,021) | $850 |
City averages based on Athens market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,592 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,291 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 2025
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$500 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35613, Athens, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,937 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,026 (82.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,520 (13.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $336,500 |
| Average Home Value | $377,614 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,392
Single Family
11,274
Multi-Family
118
Businesses
298
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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 2025
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$500 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35613, Athens, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,937 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,026 (82.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,520 (13.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 391 ( 3.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $336,500 |
| Average Home Value | $377,614 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,392
Single Family
11,274
Multi-Family
118
Businesses
298
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tiffany Pack • Dream Key Real Estate
Mls Name: Strategic MLS Alliance
Mls ID: #522678
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