240 Driftwood RdSanta Rosa BeachFL32550
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play240 Driftwood Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32550 in Santa Rosa Beach is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.5%. At $1,850,000 with a 5.5% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $511,121 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.02) 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: $460,720.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,797) | $1,500 |
City averages based on Santa Rosa Beach market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $8,480 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,541 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.73x |
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 2017
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32550, Destin, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,233 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,366 (20.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 679 ( 4.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12,188 (75.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $825,589 |
| Average Home Value | $966,125 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,463
Single Family
5,332
Multi-Family
6,131
Businesses
832
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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 2017
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32550, Destin, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,233 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,366 (20.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 679 ( 4.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12,188 (75.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $825,589 |
| Average Home Value | $966,125 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,463
Single Family
5,332
Multi-Family
6,131
Businesses
832
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Cole Blair Group • Compass
Mls Name: ECAOR
Mls ID: #986801