17200 Saint Gertrude DrCovingtonLA70435
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play17200 Saint Gertrude Dr, Covington, LA, 70435 in Covington is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.61%. At $577,400 with a 5.61% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $159,525 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.04) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $162,591.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(877) | $420 |
City averages based on Covington market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,700 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,347 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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 2007
1.75 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70435, Covington, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,191 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,325 (79.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,215 (13.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 651 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $329,233 |
| Average Home Value | $370,132 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,041
Single Family
9,041
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
248
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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 2007
1.75 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70435, Covington, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,191 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,325 (79.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,215 (13.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 651 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $329,233 |
| Average Home Value | $370,132 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,041
Single Family
9,041
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
248
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Gina Lupo • Keller Williams Realty Services
Mls Name: GSREIN
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Mls ID: #2492887
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