2809 Ralph AveShivelyKY40216



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeAt $225,000, 2809 Ralph Ave, Shively, KY, 40216 in Shively generates $1,556/mo in rent (8.3% yield) but nets only $187/mo after debt service. The spread is thin, manageable for investors comfortable with low-margin holds who are buying into the 5% annual appreciation thesis. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.54) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without personal income checks. A larger down payment reduces the monthly debt load and widens the margin. Five-year appreciation: $62,163. Total projected return: $97,212.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $187 | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,556 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,280 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.22x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 1954
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 40216, Louisville, KY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,542 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,986 (59.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,272 (33.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,284 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $180,204 |
| Average Home Value | $262,204 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,869
Single Family
16,977
Multi-Family
1,892
Businesses
930



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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 1954
10,454 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 40216, Louisville, KY area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,542 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,986 (59.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,272 (33.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,284 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $180,204 |
| Average Home Value | $262,204 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
18,869
Single Family
16,977
Multi-Family
1,892
Businesses
930
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