2800 Belle Chase Ln Unit 20TuscaloosaAL35406
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2800 Belle Chase Ln Unit 20, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35406 in Tuscaloosa is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.22%. The 5.22% gross yield at $324,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $89,764 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.97) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $95,445.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(670) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Tuscaloosa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,414 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,705 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2007
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35406, Tuscaloosa, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,576 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,340 (70.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,697 (22.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 539 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $452,157 |
| Average Home Value | $502,826 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,673
Single Family
6,501
Multi-Family
1,172
Businesses
439
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2007
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35406, Tuscaloosa, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,576 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,340 (70.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,697 (22.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 539 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $452,157 |
| Average Home Value | $502,826 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,673
Single Family
6,501
Multi-Family
1,172
Businesses
439
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Dana Oglesby • RE/MAX PREMIERE GROUP
Mls Name: WAMLS
Mls ID: #173240