5257 Western DrSaint James CityFL33956
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 5257 Western Dr, Saint James City, FL, 33956 in Saint James City fits: $975,000, 4.06% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $269,375 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.06%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.78) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $8,980/yr in principal paydown and $269,375 in appreciation project a total return of $176,357.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 7.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,170) | $250 |
City averages based on Saint James City market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,436 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,082 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 2007
10.68 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33956, Saint James City, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,514 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,959 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 184 ( 5.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,371 (39.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $481,848 |
| Average Home Value | $575,255 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,911
Single Family
2,911
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
135
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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 2007
10.68 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33956, Saint James City, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,514 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,959 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 184 ( 5.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,371 (39.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $481,848 |
| Average Home Value | $575,255 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,911
Single Family
2,911
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
135
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jessica Gatewood • TRU Florida Realty
Mls Name: SWFLMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #225052498
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