3138 Mead Way SEDecaturAL35603
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 3138 Mead Way SE, Decatur, AL, 35603 in Decatur worth study. Rental yield 5.84%. The 5.84% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $246,732, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $68,168 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $1,200/mo partially offsets the $1,109/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (1.08 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $73,088.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(318) | $450 |
City averages based on Decatur market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,420 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,500 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35603, Decatur, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,772 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,786 (66.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,228 (28.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 758 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $258,997 |
| Average Home Value | $295,900 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,489
Single Family
13,004
Multi-Family
1,485
Businesses
624
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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 N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$1,500 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35603, Decatur, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,772 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,786 (66.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,228 (28.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 758 ( 5.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $258,997 |
| Average Home Value | $295,900 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,489
Single Family
13,004
Multi-Family
1,485
Businesses
624
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Listed by: Kevin Holaday • Davidson Homes LLC 4
Mls Name: ValleyMLS
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