21221 Gulf DrGalvestonTX77554
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 21221 Gulf Dr, Galveston, TX, 77554 in Galveston fits: $675,000, 5.87% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $186,490 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.87%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.09) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,217/yr in principal paydown and $186,490 in appreciation project a total return of $160,884.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,521) | $200 |
City averages based on Galveston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,300 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,552 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 1983
7,801 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$250 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77554, Galveston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,066 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,959 (26.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,512 (13.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,595 (59.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $500,114 |
| Average Home Value | $542,522 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,075
Single Family
5,318
Multi-Family
1,757
Businesses
295
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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 1983
7,801 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$250 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77554, Galveston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,066 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,959 (26.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,512 (13.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,595 (59.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $500,114 |
| Average Home Value | $542,522 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,075
Single Family
5,318
Multi-Family
1,757
Businesses
295
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kimberly Gaido • Sand N Sea Properties, LLC
Mls Name: HAR
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Mls ID: #83691299
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