242 Rainbow Ave SRainsvilleAL35986
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 5.9% gross rental yield, 242 Rainbow Ave S, Rainsville, AL, 35986 in Rainsville is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $357,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $98,633 by year five, with $3,288/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.09) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $117,901.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(259) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,756 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,873 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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
3.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35986, Rainsville, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,641 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,573 (70.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 806 (22.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 262 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $238,413 |
| Average Home Value | $272,546 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,473
Single Family
3,393
Multi-Family
80
Businesses
326
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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
3.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35986, Rainsville, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,641 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,573 (70.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 806 (22.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 262 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $238,413 |
| Average Home Value | $272,546 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,473
Single Family
3,393
Multi-Family
80
Businesses
326
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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