870 N Avalon StMemphisTN38107
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 870 N Avalon St, Memphis, TN, 38107 in Memphis is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.05%. The 4.05% gross yield at $225,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $62,163 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.13) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $71,016.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(888) | $450 |
City averages based on Memphis market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,147 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,278 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.90x |
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 1930
7,405 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 38107, Memphis, TN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,248 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,844 (34.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,131 (50.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,273 (15.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $209,201 |
| Average Home Value | $238,142 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,036
Single Family
5,819
Multi-Family
1,217
Businesses
338
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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 1930
7,405 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 38107, Memphis, TN area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,248 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,844 (34.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,131 (50.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,273 (15.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $209,201 |
| Average Home Value | $238,142 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,036
Single Family
5,819
Multi-Family
1,217
Businesses
338
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Michelle Koeppen • Ware Jones, REALTORS
Mls Name: MAAR
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Mls ID: #10177080
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