1008 S College Rd APT 205LafayetteLA70503
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Strong Cash Flow1008 S College Rd APT 205, Lafayette, LA, 70503 in Lafayette earns a respectable 11.74% gross yield at $138,500, but after the $623/mo mortgage the net cash flow is $112/mo, a tight but positive spread. Expense discipline (vacancy, management, maintenance) will determine whether the margin widens. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.73) still qualifies on property income; a larger down payment can improve the cash-flow buffer. Long-term, 5% appreciation projects $38,265 over five years, making equity the dominant return driver. Total projected return: $43,452.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 11.7% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $112 | $1,850 |
City averages based on Lafayette market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,075 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,188 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.91x |
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.
Condo
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N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$352 monthly HOA
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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
Condo
Built in N/A
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$352 monthly HOA
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Listed by: Stefanie Kellner • Latter & Blum Compass
Mls Name: RAA
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Mls ID: #2020024528
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