3011 Firefighter Ln #105BirminghamAL35209
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3011 Firefighter Ln #105, Birmingham, AL, 35209 in Birmingham is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.69%. The 2.69% gross yield at $799,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $220,749 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.50) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $126,303.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,716) | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,794 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,192 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.43x |
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 2026
5,227 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35209, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,204 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,576 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,610 (46.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,018 (14.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $487,776 |
| Average Home Value | $591,314 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,671
Single Family
10,594
Multi-Family
3,077
Businesses
2,312
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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 2026
5,227 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35209, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,204 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,576 (39.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,610 (46.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,018 (14.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $487,776 |
| Average Home Value | $591,314 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,671
Single Family
10,594
Multi-Family
3,077
Businesses
2,312
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Buffy Allen • Ray & Poynor Properties
Mls Name: GALMLS
Mls ID: #21442938