20489 Brook Valley DrAthensAL35611



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderTight but positive: 20489 Brook Valley Dr, Athens, AL, 35611 in Athens at $321,550 earns $1,980/mo in rent and nets $134/mo after the $1,446/mo payment, a 7.39% yield with limited short-term income headroom. The equity story offsets the thin monthly spread: 5% annual appreciation adds $88,838 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage underwrites this on a 1.37 DSCR without U.S. credit history. With $2,962/yr in principal paydown, total projected return reaches $129,913.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.4% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $134 | $850 |
City averages based on Athens 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 | $1,980 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,718 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.15x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 2024
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$375 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35611, Athens, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,458 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,619 (56.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,425 (32.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,414 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $269,539 |
| Average Home Value | $297,129 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,482
Single Family
11,320
Multi-Family
1,162
Businesses
991



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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 2024
9,147 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$375 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35611, Athens, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,458 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,619 (56.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,425 (32.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,414 (10.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $269,539 |
| Average Home Value | $297,129 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,482
Single Family
11,320
Multi-Family
1,162
Businesses
991
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Listed by: Mikaela Williams • SDH Alabama LLC
Mls Name: ValleyMLS
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