360 W Canal DrGulf ShoresAL36542



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 360 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 in Gulf Shores at $750,000, 5.42% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.42%. The $3,386/mo rent partially funds the $3,372/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $207,211 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.00) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $220,096.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(981) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Gulf Shores market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,386 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,069 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 1996
10,628 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No 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 1996
10,628 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No 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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Listed by: Bob Shallow • RE/MAX Paradise
Mls Name: Baldwin Realtors
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Mls ID: #357568
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