18 Port Side Dr #19CFort LauderdaleFL33316
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 18 Port Side Dr #19C, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316 in Fort Lauderdale is capital appreciation. Rental yield 1.8%. The 1.8% gross yield at $1,999,999 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $552,563 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.33) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $101,243.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.8% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(11,763) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Fort Lauderdale market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,000 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,477 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.24x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 1981
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33316, Fort Lauderdale, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,837 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,013 (40.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,445 (35.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,379 (24.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $955,160 |
| Average Home Value | $1,128,986 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,599
Single Family
2,862
Multi-Family
5,737
Businesses
1,405
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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
Townhouse
Built in 1981
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33316, Fort Lauderdale, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,837 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,013 (40.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,445 (35.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,379 (24.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $955,160 |
| Average Home Value | $1,128,986 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,599
Single Family
2,862
Multi-Family
5,737
Businesses
1,405
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MIAMI
Mls ID: #A12018736