13706 Elm Shores DrHoustonTX77044
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 13706 Elm Shores Dr, Houston, TX, 77044 in Houston. Rental yield 5.2%. At $1,399,998 with 5.2% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $386,794 in new equity by year five, complemented by $12,894/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.96) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $281,811.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,963) | $450 |
City averages based on Houston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,070 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,476 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 2006
0.73 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$924 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77044, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,104 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 14,332 (71.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,865 (24.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 907 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $310,214 |
| Average Home Value | $341,856 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,641
Single Family
17,196
Multi-Family
2,445
Businesses
525
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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 2006
0.73 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$924 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77044, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,104 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 14,332 (71.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,865 (24.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 907 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $310,214 |
| Average Home Value | $341,856 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,641
Single Family
17,196
Multi-Family
2,445
Businesses
525
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kelvin Louie • SKW Realty
Mls Name: HAR
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Mls ID: #85306824
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