2503 Westlake Dr #W-4AustinTX78746
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 2503 Westlake Dr #W-4, Austin, TX, 78746 in Austin is capital appreciation. Rental yield 0.87%. The 0.87% gross yield at $1,450,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $400,608 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.16) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(9,906) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Austin market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,055 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,384 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.10x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2023
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$650 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78746, Austin, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,628 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,961 (63.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,718 (29.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 949 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,332,581 |
| Average Home Value | $1,427,247 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,148
Single Family
8,833
Multi-Family
3,315
Businesses
2,484
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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
Condo
Built in 2023
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$650 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78746, Austin, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,628 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,961 (63.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,718 (29.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 949 ( 7.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,332,581 |
| Average Home Value | $1,427,247 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,148
Single Family
8,833
Multi-Family
3,315
Businesses
2,484
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Alaina Martin • Moreland Properties
Mls Name: Unlock MLS
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Mls ID: #7641777
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