4140 Buttermilk RdLexingtonKY40509
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4140 Buttermilk Rd, Lexington, KY, 40509 in Lexington is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.6%. At $775,000 with a 4.6% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $214,118 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.85) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $181,254.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,754) | $385 |
City averages based on Lexington market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,972 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,408 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.67x |
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 2026
4,748 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 40509, Lexington, KY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,860 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,449 (54.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,813 (37.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,598 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $368,659 |
| Average Home Value | $416,092 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,444
Single Family
17,889
Multi-Family
2,555
Businesses
1,544
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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 2026
4,748 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 40509, Lexington, KY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,860 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,449 (54.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,813 (37.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,598 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $368,659 |
| Average Home Value | $416,092 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,444
Single Family
17,889
Multi-Family
2,555
Businesses
1,544
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices