277 Cornerstone DrCaleraAL35040



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 277 Cornerstone Dr, Calera, AL, 35040 in Calera is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.6%. The 4.6% gross yield at $890,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $245,891 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.85) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $229,625.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,645) | $300 |
City averages based on Calera market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,408 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,699 |
| 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 2021
5.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35040, Calera, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,401 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,245 (74.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,775 (21.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 381 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $231,971 |
| Average Home Value | $254,467 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,121
Single Family
7,836
Multi-Family
285
Businesses
442



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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 2021
5.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35040, Calera, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,401 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,245 (74.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,775 (21.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 381 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $231,971 |
| Average Home Value | $254,467 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,121
Single Family
7,836
Multi-Family
285
Businesses
442
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Listed by: Nadia Wallace • Keller Williams Realty Hoover
Mls Name: GALMLS
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Mls ID: #21393921
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