1502 Downing RdLake CharlesLA70611
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who treat current yield as secondary to long-run equity growth will find 1502 Downing Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70611 in Lake Charles worth modelling. At $246,160 with a 8.35% gross yield, the $1,713/mo rent leaves $161/mo after the $1,107/mo payment, sufficient to cover costs, modest in distribution. Ziffy Mortgage's 1.55 DSCR loan can finance the acquisition without personal income documentation. Appreciation of 5%/yr is projected to add $68,009 by year five; $2,267/yr in principal reduction adds further equity. Total projected return: $103,825.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.4% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $161 | $850 |
City averages based on Lake Charles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,713 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,454 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.18x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 2024
7,801 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$330 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70611, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,082 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,977 (76.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,359 (15.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 746 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $292,534 |
| Average Home Value | $325,683 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,877
Single Family
8,624
Multi-Family
253
Businesses
308
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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 2024
7,801 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$330 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70611, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,082 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,977 (76.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,359 (15.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 746 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $292,534 |
| Average Home Value | $325,683 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,877
Single Family
8,624
Multi-Family
253
Businesses
308
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Saun Sullivan • Cicero Realty, LLC
Mls Name: Greater Southern MLS
Mls ID: #SWL24002870