285 Appleford RdHelenaAL35080
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play285 Appleford Rd, Helena, AL, 35080 in Helena is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.92%. At $400,000 with a 5.92% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $110,513 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.10) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $132,442.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(934) | $300 |
City averages based on Helena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,974 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,099 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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 2010
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35080, Helena, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,287 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,454 (88.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 712 ( 9.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 121 ( 1.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $300,000 |
| Average Home Value | $341,545 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,372
Single Family
7,272
Multi-Family
100
Businesses
436
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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 2010
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35080, Helena, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,287 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,454 (88.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 712 ( 9.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 121 ( 1.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $300,000 |
| Average Home Value | $341,545 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,372
Single Family
7,272
Multi-Family
100
Businesses
436
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices