3812 Duncan StColumbiaSC29205
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayAt a 5.91% gross rental yield, 3812 Duncan St, Columbia, SC, 29205 in Columbia is priced for capital growth, not immediate cash flow. The $465,000 purchase reflects market confidence in future value: at 5%/yr, the property is forecast to gain $128,471 by year five, with $4,283/yr in additional equity from loan paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.10) qualifies for non-U.S. residents without personal income documents. Total five-year projected cumulative return: $145,134.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(477) | $850 |
City averages based on Columbia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,291 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,583 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.89x |
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 1941
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29205, Columbia, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,610 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,798 (49.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,092 (37.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,720 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,573 |
| Average Home Value | $420,577 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,188
Single Family
10,741
Multi-Family
1,447
Businesses
780
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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 1941
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29205, Columbia, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,610 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,798 (49.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,092 (37.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,720 (12.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,573 |
| Average Home Value | $420,577 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,188
Single Family
10,741
Multi-Family
1,447
Businesses
780
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Mary Kate Elliott • Mackey Realty
Mls Name: Consolidated MLS
Mls ID: #626775