216 Elsmore BlvdGadsdenAL35904
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play216 Elsmore Blvd, Gadsden, AL, 35904 in Gadsden is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.31%. At $270,000 with a 5.31% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $74,596 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.98) 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: $80,537.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(330) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Gadsden market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,194 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,417 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.84x |
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 N/A
0.45 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35904, Gadsden, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,467 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,044 (62.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,552 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 871 (13.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $117,073 |
| Average Home Value | $172,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,954
Single Family
5,954
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
396
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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 N/A
0.45 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35904, Gadsden, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,467 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,044 (62.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,552 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 871 (13.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $117,073 |
| Average Home Value | $172,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,954
Single Family
5,954
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
396
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices