7547 Ridge RdSarasotaFL34238



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play7547 Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34238 in Sarasota is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.38%. At $1,059,000 with a 4.38% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $292,582 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.81) 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: $200,088.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.4% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,353) | $300 |
City averages based on Sarasota market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,865 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,606 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.59x |
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 1997
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 34238, Sarasota, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,858 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,980 (62.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,792 (17.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,086 (19.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $612,148 |
| Average Home Value | $672,108 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,678
Single Family
9,604
Multi-Family
5,074
Businesses
373



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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 1997
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 34238, Sarasota, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,858 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,980 (62.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,792 (17.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,086 (19.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $612,148 |
| Average Home Value | $672,108 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,678
Single Family
9,604
Multi-Family
5,074
Businesses
373
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