524 Vanderbilt StBirminghamAL35206
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play524 Vanderbilt St, Birmingham, AL, 35206 in Birmingham is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.45%. At $499,900 with a 2.45% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $138,113 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.45) 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: $72,474.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.5% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,802) | $450 |
City averages based on Birmingham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,020 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,623 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1963
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35206, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,370 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,160 (42.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,907 (39.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,303 (17.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $127,469 |
| Average Home Value | $252,864 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,878
Single Family
6,420
Multi-Family
458
Businesses
427
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1963
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35206, Birmingham, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,370 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,160 (42.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,907 (39.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,303 (17.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $127,469 |
| Average Home Value | $252,864 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,878
Single Family
6,420
Multi-Family
458
Businesses
427
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Adam Snow • eXp Realty, LLC Central
Mls Name: GALMLS
Mls ID: #21438197