18525 Lake RdAltoonaFL32702



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play18525 Lake Rd, Altoona, FL, 32702 in Altoona is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.9%. At $689,000 with a 5.9% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $190,358 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: $186,386.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,185) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Altoona market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,388 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,298 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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 2008
4.62 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32702, Altoona, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,807 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,006 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 441 (24.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 360 (19.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $178,846 |
| Average Home Value | $289,592 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,435
Single Family
1,240
Multi-Family
195
Businesses
92



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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 2008
4.62 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32702, Altoona, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,807 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,006 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 441 (24.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 360 (19.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $178,846 |
| Average Home Value | $289,592 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,435
Single Family
1,240
Multi-Family
195
Businesses
92
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