197 N SycamoreNew BraunfelsTX78130
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 197 N Sycamore, New Braunfels, TX, 78130 in New Braunfels is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.29%. The 5.29% gross yield at $450,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $124,327 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.98) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $94,236.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,216) | $450 |
City averages based on New Braunfels market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,984 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,021 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1936
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78130, New Braunfels, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 46,037 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 27,457 (59.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,981 (30.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,599 ( 10.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,647 |
| Average Home Value | $393,722 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
41,891
Single Family
35,675
Multi-Family
6,216
Businesses
2,871
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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 1936
7,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78130, New Braunfels, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 46,037 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 27,457 (59.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,981 (30.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,599 ( 10.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $346,647 |
| Average Home Value | $393,722 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
41,891
Single Family
35,675
Multi-Family
6,216
Businesses
2,871
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: LERA MLS
Mls ID: #1943916