4055 Scenic HwyGadsdenAL35904
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 4055 Scenic Hwy, Gadsden, AL, 35904 in Gadsden is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.9%. The 4.9% gross yield at $158,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $43,652 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.91) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $43,771.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(246) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Gadsden market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $646 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $829 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.78x |
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.
Manufactured
Built in 1998
2.90 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35904, Gadsden, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,467 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,044 (62.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,552 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 871 (13.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $117,073 |
| Average Home Value | $172,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,954
Single Family
5,954
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
396
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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
Manufactured
Built in 1998
2.90 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35904, Gadsden, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,467 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,044 (62.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,552 (24.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 871 (13.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $117,073 |
| Average Home Value | $172,088 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,954
Single Family
5,954
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
396
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Sue Holland • Sue Holland Realty LLC
Mls Name: ValleyMLS
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Mls ID: #21885036
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