5416 Summerfield Dr ETuscaloosaAL35404
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 5416 Summerfield Dr E, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404 in Tuscaloosa is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.83%. The 5.83% gross yield at $525,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $145,048 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.08) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $171,244.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(442) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Tuscaloosa market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,550 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,754 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.93x |
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
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35404, Tuscaloosa, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,640 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,110 (35.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,798 (49.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,732 (14.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $225,462 |
| Average Home Value | $276,159 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,949
Single Family
9,345
Multi-Family
604
Businesses
634
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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
0.52 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35404, Tuscaloosa, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,640 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,110 (35.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,798 (49.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,732 (14.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $225,462 |
| Average Home Value | $276,159 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,949
Single Family
9,345
Multi-Family
604
Businesses
634
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: WAMLS
Mls ID: #174279