12959 Magnolia Square DrCentralLA70818
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 12959 Magnolia Square Dr, Central, LA, 70818 in Central. Rental yield 5.21%. At $412,990 with 5.21% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $114,102 in new equity by year five, complemented by $3,804/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.97) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $107,487.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(822) | $650 |
City averages based on Central market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,794 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,394 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 2026
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70818, Baton Rouge, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,666 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,412 (73.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 904 (19.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 350 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $316,844 |
| Average Home Value | $327,164 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,694
Single Family
4,146
Multi-Family
548
Businesses
312
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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 2026
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70818, Baton Rouge, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,666 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,412 (73.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 904 (19.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 350 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $316,844 |
| Average Home Value | $327,164 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,694
Single Family
4,146
Multi-Family
548
Businesses
312
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices