2701 S 97th CirFort SmithAR72903
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2701 S 97th Cir, Fort Smith, AR, 72903 in Fort Smith is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.07%. The 5.07% gross yield at $620,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $171,295 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.94) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $163,260.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,109) | $450 |
City averages based on Fort Smith market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,618 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,480 |
| 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 1978
0.61 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 72903, Fort Smith, AR area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,214 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,761 (47.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,289 (43.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,164 ( 9.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $244,654 |
| Average Home Value | $305,575 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,984
Single Family
9,249
Multi-Family
2,735
Businesses
1,292
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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 1978
0.61 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 72903, Fort Smith, AR area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,214 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,761 (47.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,289 (43.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,164 ( 9.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $244,654 |
| Average Home Value | $305,575 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,984
Single Family
9,249
Multi-Family
2,735
Businesses
1,292
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tiffiney Tilbury • McGraw REALTORS
Mls Name: Western River Valley BOR
Mls ID: #1086985