3250 Dolphin DrGulf ShoresAL36542
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3250 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 in Gulf Shores is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.98%. The 3.98% gross yield at $1,559,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $430,723 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.74) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $332,799.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,982) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Gulf Shores market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,176 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,537 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 1997
9,879 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$150 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36542, Gulf Shores, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,438 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,282 (30.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,228 (15.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10,928 (53.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $407,892 |
| Average Home Value | $473,194 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,536
Single Family
9,700
Multi-Family
4,836
Businesses
523
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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 1997
9,879 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$150 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36542, Gulf Shores, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,438 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,282 (30.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,228 (15.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10,928 (53.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $407,892 |
| Average Home Value | $473,194 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,536
Single Family
9,700
Multi-Family
4,836
Businesses
523
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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