189 Garnet DrOpelousasLA70570



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play189 Garnet Dr, Opelousas, LA, 70570 in Opelousas is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.77%. At $237,000 with a 5.77% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $65,479 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.07) 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: $68,741.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 9.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(328) | $575 |
City averages based on Opelousas market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,140 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,374 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.83x |
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 N/A
8,999 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70570, Opelousas, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,009 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,668 (59.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,062 (28.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,279 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $172,961 |
| Average Home Value | $254,841 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,636
Single Family
15,941
Multi-Family
695
Businesses
1,138



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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 N/A
8,999 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70570, Opelousas, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,009 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 10,668 (59.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,062 (28.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,279 (12.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $172,961 |
| Average Home Value | $254,841 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,636
Single Family
15,941
Multi-Family
695
Businesses
1,138
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