236 Sheppard Rd NWLake PlacidFL33852



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 236 Sheppard Rd NW, Lake Placid, FL, 33852 in Lake Placid at $320,000, 5.92% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.92%. The $1,579/mo rent partially funds the $1,439/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $88,410 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.10) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $85,004.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(577) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Lake Placid market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,579 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,029 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.78x |
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 1982
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$25 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33852, Lake Placid, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,836 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,147 (58.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,867 (13.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,822 (27.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $257,946 |
| Average Home Value | $293,604 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,137
Single Family
11,465
Multi-Family
672
Businesses
523



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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 1982
10,018 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$25 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33852, Lake Placid, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,836 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,147 (58.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,867 (13.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,822 (27.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $257,946 |
| Average Home Value | $293,604 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,137
Single Family
11,465
Multi-Family
672
Businesses
523
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Listed by: Rita White • RITA WHITE REALTY, INC.
Mls Name: HFMLS
Mls ID: #316394
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