1141 Balsam AveBaton rougeLA70807
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1141 Balsam Ave, Baton rouge, LA, 70807 in Baton rouge is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.77%. At $195,000 with a 4.77% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $53,875 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.88) 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: $46,093.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 7.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(433) | $450 |
City averages based on Baton rouge market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $775 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,130 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 1968
0.26 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70807, Baton Rouge, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,841 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,696 (39.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,036 (44.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,109 (16.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $124,912 |
| Average Home Value | $172,074 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,061
Single Family
4,818
Multi-Family
1,243
Businesses
396
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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 1968
0.26 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70807, Baton Rouge, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,841 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,696 (39.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,036 (44.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,109 (16.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $124,912 |
| Average Home Value | $172,074 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,061
Single Family
4,818
Multi-Family
1,243
Businesses
396
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Bill Arey • RE/MAX Select
Mls Name: ROAM MLS
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Mls ID: #2024019152
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