396 Forrest AveGainesvilleGA30501
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingRental yield 6.33%. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $131,234, and $4,375/yr in principal equity projects total return of $157,034.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.3% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(676) | $285 |
City averages based on Gainesville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,769 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,952 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.94x |
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 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$3,000 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30501, Gainesville, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,257 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,896 (36.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,872 (51.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,489 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,564 |
| Average Home Value | $448,698 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,603
Single Family
9,834
Multi-Family
1,769
Businesses
2,278
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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 2024
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$3,000 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 30501, Gainesville, GA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,257 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,896 (36.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,872 (51.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,489 (11.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $366,564 |
| Average Home Value | $448,698 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,603
Single Family
9,834
Multi-Family
1,769
Businesses
2,278
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Dani Burns • Keller Williams Lanier Partners
Mls Name: GAMLS
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Mls ID: #10529840
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