2249 S State Highway 237Round TopTX78954
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play2249 S State Highway 237, Round Top, TX, 78954 in Round Top is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.18%. At $1,950,000 with a 2.18% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $538,749 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.40) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $83,037.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(10,322) | $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 | $3,545 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $13,091 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.27x |
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 1997
2 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78954, Round Top, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 921 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 503 (54.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 67 ( 7.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 351 (38.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $504,261 |
| Average Home Value | $667,356 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
611
Single Family
611
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
189
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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 1997
2 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78954, Round Top, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 921 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 503 (54.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 67 ( 7.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 351 (38.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $504,261 |
| Average Home Value | $667,356 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
611
Single Family
611
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
189
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Listed by: Cari Goeke • Southern District Sotheby's International Realty
Mls Name: HAR
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Mls ID: #88715922
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