248 3rd AveDecaturGA30030
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 248 3rd Ave, Decatur, GA, 30030 in Decatur fits: $1,524,000, 2.66% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $421,053 in value within five years. Rental yield 2.66%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.49) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $14,036/yr in principal paydown and $421,053 in appreciation project a total return of $197,802.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,895) | $450 |
City averages based on Decatur market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,380 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,669 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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 1915
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30030, Decatur, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,343 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,341 (51.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,374 (39.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,628 ( 10.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $656,926 |
| Average Home Value | $715,270 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,501
Single Family
10,405
Multi-Family
5,096
Businesses
1,256
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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 1915
8,276 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30030, Decatur, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,343 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,341 (51.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,374 (39.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,628 ( 10.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $656,926 |
| Average Home Value | $715,270 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,501
Single Family
10,405
Multi-Family
5,096
Businesses
1,256
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices