8473 Heron DrFoleyAL36535



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play8473 Heron Dr, Foley, AL, 36535 in Foley is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.24%. At $629,000 with a 4.24% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $173,781 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.79) 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: $151,467.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,351) | $385 |
City averages based on Foley market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,220 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,300 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.67x |
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 2000
0.56 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36535, Foley, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,865 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,586 (60.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,135 (24.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,144 (15.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $299,550 |
| Average Home Value | $322,808 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,404
Single Family
17,522
Multi-Family
882
Businesses
1,276



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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 2000
0.56 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 36535, Foley, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,865 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,586 (60.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,135 (24.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,144 (15.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $299,550 |
| Average Home Value | $322,808 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,404
Single Family
17,522
Multi-Family
882
Businesses
1,276
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