845 Hester AveRed BayAL35582



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 845 Hester Ave, Red Bay, AL, 35582 in Red Bay. Rental yield 5.97%. At $235,000 with 5.97% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $64,926 in new equity by year five, complemented by $2,164/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.11) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $78,404.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(158) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,169 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,233 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.95x |
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 2011
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35582, Red Bay, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,076 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,160 (55.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 622 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 294 (14.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $121,719 |
| Average Home Value | $159,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,727
Single Family
1,608
Multi-Family
119
Businesses
191



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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 2011
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35582, Red Bay, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,076 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,160 (55.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 622 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 294 (14.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $121,719 |
| Average Home Value | $159,573 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,727
Single Family
1,608
Multi-Family
119
Businesses
191
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