158 E Colorado StLa GrangeTX78945
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 158 E Colorado St, La Grange, TX, 78945 in La Grange is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.15%. The 4.15% gross yield at $549,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $151,679 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.77) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $77,605.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,067) | $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 | $1,901 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,750 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.51x |
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 1926
6,921 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78945, La Grange, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,435 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,493 (64.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,087 (20.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 855 (15.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $336,798 |
| Average Home Value | $428,576 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,890
Single Family
4,751
Multi-Family
139
Businesses
733
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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 1926
6,921 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78945, La Grange, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,435 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,493 (64.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,087 (20.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 855 (15.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $336,798 |
| Average Home Value | $428,576 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,890
Single Family
4,751
Multi-Family
139
Businesses
733
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Tiffany Johnston • Coldwell Banker Properties Unlimited
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