1944 W University Blvd UNIT 1ABrownsvilleTX78520
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeThe headline number at 1944 W University Blvd UNIT 1A, Brownsville, TX, 78520 in Brownsville is the 1.77 coverage ratio: rent of $1,116/mo versus a $630/mo debt payment on a $139,999 property. Rental yield 9.57%. That margin is what gives Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan the coverage it needs for a clean, fast approval, no W-2s, no U.S. residency. Appreciation at 5%/yr projects $38,679 by year five, with $1,289/yr in equity from paydown. Total projected cumulative return: $30,060.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(402) | $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 | $1,116 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,462 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1980
43.56 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$522 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78520, Brownsville, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,636 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,131 (53.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,713 (35.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,792 (11.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $155,608 |
| Average Home Value | $184,983 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,749
Single Family
19,416
Multi-Family
3,333
Businesses
2,104
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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
Condo
Built in 1980
43.56 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$522 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78520, Brownsville, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,636 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 13,131 (53.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,713 (35.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,792 (11.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $155,608 |
| Average Home Value | $184,983 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,749
Single Family
19,416
Multi-Family
3,333
Businesses
2,104
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Frank J. Garcia • Montana Realty Company
Mls Name: RGVMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #29767329
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