216 Slate DrBufordGA30518
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 216 Slate Dr, Buford, GA, 30518 in Buford fits: $1,250,000, 5.15% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $345,352 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.15%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.95) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $11,513/yr in principal paydown and $345,352 in appreciation project a total return of $326,275.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,289) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Buford market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,360 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,152 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 2007
0.48 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$504 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30518, Buford, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,611 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,368 (68.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,805 (25.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,438 ( 6.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $432,266 |
| Average Home Value | $475,826 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,626
Single Family
19,745
Multi-Family
1,881
Businesses
2,045
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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 2007
0.48 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$504 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30518, Buford, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 22,611 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,368 (68.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,805 (25.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,438 ( 6.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $432,266 |
| Average Home Value | $475,826 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,626
Single Family
19,745
Multi-Family
1,881
Businesses
2,045
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: SUSAN AYERS • Clickit Realty
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