224 Calle RetamaBrownsvilleTX78520
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Strong Cash FlowStrong cash flow defines 224 Calle Retama, Brownsville, TX, 78520 in Brownsville: $3,208/mo in rent, $506/mo net, 10.13% gross yield, all on a $379,900 acquisition. The 1.88 coverage ratio comfortably clears Ziffy Mortgage's threshold, enabling foreign-national buyers to close without U.S. credit documentation. Over five years, 5% appreciation adds $104,959 in value, and $3,499/yr in principal paydown steadily builds equity. Projected total cumulative return: $178,173.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 10.1% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $506 | $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 | $3,208 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,550 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.26x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1970
0.51 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No 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
Single Family
Built in 1970
0.51 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No 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: Lourdes Viada • Bob Torres Properties
Mls Name: RGVMLS
Mls ID: #29767588