3000 Gulf Blvd APT 306South Padre IslandTX78597
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3000 Gulf Blvd APT 306, South Padre Island, TX, 78597 in South Padre Island fits: $659,000, 5.85% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $182,070 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.85%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.08) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $6,069/yr in principal paydown and $182,070 in appreciation project a total return of $75,326.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,847) | $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 | $3,214 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,799 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.55x |
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 1983
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$4,124 quarterly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78597, South Padre Island, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,367 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 745 (13.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 415 ( 7.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,207 (78.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $453,713 |
| Average Home Value | $480,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
589
Single Family
374
Multi-Family
215
Businesses
443
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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 1983
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$4,124 quarterly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78597, South Padre Island, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,367 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 745 (13.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 415 ( 7.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,207 (78.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $453,713 |
| Average Home Value | $480,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
589
Single Family
374
Multi-Family
215
Businesses
443
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices