116 E Dolphin StSouth Padre IslandTX78597
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play116 E Dolphin St, South Padre Island, TX, 78597 in South Padre Island is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.26%. At $1,595,000 with a 2.26% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $440,669 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.42) 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: $74,392.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(8,342) | $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 | $3,000 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,708 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.28x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 2021
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78597, South Padre Island, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,367 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 745 (13.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 415 ( 7.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,207 (78.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $453,713 |
| Average Home Value | $480,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
589
Single Family
374
Multi-Family
215
Businesses
443
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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 2021
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78597, South Padre Island, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,367 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 745 (13.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 415 ( 7.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,207 (78.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $453,713 |
| Average Home Value | $480,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
589
Single Family
374
Multi-Family
215
Businesses
443
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jaime Gonzalez • Keller Williams Realty RGV
Mls Name: SPIBOR
Mls ID: #103651
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