LOT 8 The Cottages At Smith LakeHoustonAL35572



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayLOT 8 The Cottages At Smith Lake, Houston, AL, 35572 in Houston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 0%. At $289,000 with a 0% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $79,845 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.00) 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: $3,940.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 0% | 0.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $0 | $0 |
City averages based on Houston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
Manufactured
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35572, Houston, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 786 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 368 (46.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 71 ( 9.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 347 (44.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $288,095 |
| Average Home Value | $312,989 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
574
Single Family
574
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
12



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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


Manufactured
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 35572, Houston, AL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 786 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 368 (46.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 71 ( 9.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 347 (44.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $288,095 |
| Average Home Value | $312,989 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
574
Single Family
574
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
12
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No similar rental properties found nearby.
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Listed by: Joseph A Carter • Joseph Carter Realty
Mls Name: Walker County Area MLS
Mls ID: #25-913
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