836 Ridgewood Dr #5BereaKY40403
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 836 Ridgewood Dr #5, Berea, KY, 40403 in Berea fits: $217,900, 5.78% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $60,202 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.78%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.07) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $2,007/yr in principal paydown and $60,202 in appreciation project a total return of $64,785.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(306) | $850 |
City averages based on Berea market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,050 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,239 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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
2,308 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 40403, Berea, KY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,224 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,789 (63.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,605 (29.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 830 ( 6.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $241,988 |
| Average Home Value | $265,708 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,527
Single Family
11,470
Multi-Family
57
Businesses
755
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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
2,308 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 40403, Berea, KY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,224 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,789 (63.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,605 (29.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 830 ( 6.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $241,988 |
| Average Home Value | $265,708 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,527
Single Family
11,470
Multi-Family
57
Businesses
755
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices