1653 Lister Ferry RdGadsdenAL35907



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1653 Lister Ferry Rd, Gadsden, AL, 35907 in Gadsden fits: $214,900, 5.36% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $59,373 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.36%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.99) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $1,979/yr in principal paydown and $59,373 in appreciation project a total return of $64,724.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(253) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Gadsden market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $960 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,127 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 1978
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35907, Gadsden, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,944 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,383 (85.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 342 ( 8.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 219 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $237,574 |
| Average Home Value | $280,457 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,874
Single Family
3,874
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
110



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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 1978
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35907, Gadsden, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,944 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,383 (85.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 342 ( 8.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 219 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $237,574 |
| Average Home Value | $280,457 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,874
Single Family
3,874
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
110
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