4644 Signal Forest Dr UNIT 7Signal MountainTN37377



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4644 Signal Forest Dr UNIT 7, Signal Mountain, TN, 37377 in Signal Mountain is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.8%. At $719,900 with a 5.8% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $198,895 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.08) 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: $218,588.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(837) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,480 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,030 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 2025
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$85 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 37377, Signal Mountain, TN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,575 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,630 (74.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,414 (18.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 531 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $513,025 |
| Average Home Value | $582,518 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,977
Single Family
6,660
Multi-Family
317
Businesses
338



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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 2025
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$85 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 37377, Signal Mountain, TN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,575 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,630 (74.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,414 (18.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 531 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $513,025 |
| Average Home Value | $582,518 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,977
Single Family
6,660
Multi-Family
317
Businesses
338
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Listed by: Christopher M Trainor • Pratt Homes, LLC
Mls Name: Greater Chattanooga Realtors
Mls ID: #1511969
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