1709 Elmwood DrAbileneTX79605
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 1709 Elmwood Dr, Abilene, TX, 79605 in Abilene. Rental yield 2.86%. At $680,000 with 2.86% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $187,871 in new equity by year five, complemented by $6,263/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.53) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $53,638.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,216) | $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 | $1,620 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,565 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.35x |
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 1956
0.47 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 79605, Abilene, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,373 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,864 (51.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,252 (39.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,257 ( 9.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $179,474 |
| Average Home Value | $238,629 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,717
Single Family
11,314
Multi-Family
1,403
Businesses
1,058
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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 1956
0.47 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 79605, Abilene, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,373 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,864 (51.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,252 (39.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,257 ( 9.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $179,474 |
| Average Home Value | $238,629 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,717
Single Family
11,314
Multi-Family
1,403
Businesses
1,058
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Romona Brogan • RE/MAX Big Country
Mls Name: NTREIS
Mls ID: #20808756
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