8856 Warm Granite Dr #41ColumbiaMD21045



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 8856 Warm Granite Dr #41, Columbia, MD, 21045 in Columbia fits: $725,000, 5.81% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $200,304 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.81%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.08) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,677/yr in principal paydown and $200,304 in appreciation project a total return of $210,615.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,563) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Columbia market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,508 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,221 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2006
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21045, Columbia, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,435 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,201 (66.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,829 (31.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 405 ( 2.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $491,719 |
| Average Home Value | $519,908 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,220
Single Family
12,375
Multi-Family
2,845
Businesses
1,739



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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


Townhouse
Built in 2006
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 21045, Columbia, MD area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,435 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,201 (66.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,829 (31.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 405 ( 2.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $491,719 |
| Average Home Value | $519,908 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,220
Single Family
12,375
Multi-Family
2,845
Businesses
1,739
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