1851 Rockwood Rd Unit 1851BirminghamAL35216
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1851 Rockwood Rd Unit 1851, Birmingham, AL, 35216 in Birmingham is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.87%. At $399,900 with a 5.87% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $110,485 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.09) 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: $131,425.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(300) | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,957 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,098 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.93x |
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 1989
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35216, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,677 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,293 (46.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,807 (44.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,577 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $397,800 |
| Average Home Value | $488,346 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,676
Single Family
10,881
Multi-Family
5,795
Businesses
1,467
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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 1989
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35216, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,677 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,293 (46.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,807 (44.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,577 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $397,800 |
| Average Home Value | $488,346 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,676
Single Family
10,881
Multi-Family
5,795
Businesses
1,467
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: GALMLS
Mls ID: #21447564