97 Johnson DrCherokeeAL35616
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingThe portfolio case for 97 Johnson Dr, Cherokee, AL, 35616 in Cherokee is clear: $207,000 acquisition, $1,180/mo rent, $11/mo net after the $931/mo payment, 6.84% yield, DSCR 1.27. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $57,190, and $1,906/yr in principal equity projects total return of $78,737.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $11 | $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 | $1,180 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,086 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.09x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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.
Multi Family
Built in N/A
0.61 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35616, Cherokee, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,351 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,413 (60.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 378 (16.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 (23.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $139,015 |
| Average Home Value | $211,175 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,933
Single Family
1,933
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
98
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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
Multi Family
Built in N/A
0.61 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35616, Cherokee, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,351 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,413 (60.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 378 (16.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 560 (23.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $139,015 |
| Average Home Value | $211,175 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,933
Single Family
1,933
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
98
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: James Martinez • Engel & Volkers Shoals
Mls Name: ValleyMLS
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Mls ID: #21856614
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