523 Buchanan DrDauphin IslandAL36528
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 523 Buchanan Dr, Dauphin Island, AL, 36528 in Dauphin Island offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 6.02%. DSCR 1.12 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $262,191 in additional property value over five years, with $8,740/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $319,451.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(594) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Dauphin Island market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,763 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,979 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.96x |
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 1970
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36528, Dauphin Island, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,047 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 728 (35.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 119 ( 5.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,200 (58.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $377,397 |
| Average Home Value | $415,721 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,205
Single Family
1,113
Multi-Family
92
Businesses
99
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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 1970
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36528, Dauphin Island, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,047 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 728 (35.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 119 ( 5.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,200 (58.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $377,397 |
| Average Home Value | $415,721 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,205
Single Family
1,113
Multi-Family
92
Businesses
99
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tracy Hood • Amerisell Realty
Mls Name: Baldwin Realtors
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #368780
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