3255 Sterling HwyHomerAK99603



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3255 Sterling Hwy, Homer, AK, 99603 in Homer is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.54%. The 5.54% gross yield at $1,475,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $407,515 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.03) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $418,255.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,182) | $850 |
City averages based on Homer market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,808 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,403 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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 2000
3.91 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 99603, Homer, AK area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,637 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,566 (53.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,328 (20.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,743 (26.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $403,659 |
| Average Home Value | $461,323 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,922
Single Family
2,883
Multi-Family
39
Businesses
722



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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 2000
3.91 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 99603, Homer, AK area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,637 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,566 (53.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,328 (20.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,743 (26.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $403,659 |
| Average Home Value | $461,323 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,922
Single Family
2,883
Multi-Family
39
Businesses
722
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