197 Gaucho WayDripping SpringsTX78620
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 197 Gaucho Way, Dripping Springs, TX, 78620 in Dripping Springs worth study. Rental yield 2.49%. The 2.49% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,445,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $399,227 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $2,994/mo partially offsets the $6,498/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.46 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $85,112.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,352) | $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 | $2,994 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,701 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.31x |
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 2023
1 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78620, Dripping Springs, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,147 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,366 (82.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,041 (10.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 740 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $735,904 |
| Average Home Value | $830,505 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,828
Single Family
9,513
Multi-Family
315
Businesses
999
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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 2023
1 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78620, Dripping Springs, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,147 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,366 (82.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,041 (10.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 740 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $735,904 |
| Average Home Value | $830,505 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,828
Single Family
9,513
Multi-Family
315
Businesses
999
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Elisabeth Hay • Compass RE Texas, LLC
Mls Name: Unlock MLS
Mls ID: #5458512