279 SANDCASTLES CourtFernandina BeachFL32034



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 279 SANDCASTLES Court, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034 in Fernandina Beach offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 6.29%. DSCR 1.17 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $227,932 in additional property value over five years, with $7,598/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $126,092.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,056) | $200 |
City averages based on Fernandina Beach market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,324 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,051 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1982
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$22,855 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32034, Fernandina Beach, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,682 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,551 (65.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,710 (15.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,421 (18.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $586,648 |
| Average Home Value | $675,813 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,050
Single Family
18,551
Multi-Family
2,499
Businesses
1,193



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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


Condo
Built in 1982
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$22,855 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 32034, Fernandina Beach, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,682 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,551 (65.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,710 (15.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,421 (18.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $586,648 |
| Average Home Value | $675,813 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
21,050
Single Family
18,551
Multi-Family
2,499
Businesses
1,193
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Listed by: TERRI TENNILLE • COLDWELL BANKER THE AMELIA GROUP
Mls Name: realMLS
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Mls ID: #2016130
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