3132 Lakewood AveColumbiaSC29201
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 3132 Lakewood Ave, Columbia, SC, 29201 in Columbia worth study. Rental yield 5.77%. The 5.77% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $569,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $157,204 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $2,737/mo partially offsets the $2,559/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.07 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $173,321.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(650) | $850 |
City averages based on Columbia 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 | $2,737 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,161 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.87x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1950
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29201, Columbia, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,548 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,816 (19.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,199 (63.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,533 (17.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $266,991 |
| Average Home Value | $296,553 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,749
Single Family
5,092
Multi-Family
6,657
Businesses
2,441
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1950
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29201, Columbia, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,548 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,816 (19.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,199 (63.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,533 (17.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $266,991 |
| Average Home Value | $296,553 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,749
Single Family
5,092
Multi-Family
6,657
Businesses
2,441
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: Consolidated MLS
Mls ID: #633766