304 Cardinal DrPort LavacaTX77979
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 304 Cardinal Dr, Port Lavaca, TX, 77979 in Port Lavaca fits: $303,000, 4.51% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $83,713 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.51%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.84) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $2,791/yr in principal paydown and $83,713 in appreciation project a total return of $50,753.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,034) | $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 | $1,138 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,034 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 N/A
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77979, Port Lavaca, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,582 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,338 (57.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,774 (23.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,470 (19.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $157,511 |
| Average Home Value | $203,426 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,993
Single Family
6,417
Multi-Family
576
Businesses
738
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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 N/A
5,662 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77979, Port Lavaca, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,582 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,338 (57.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,774 (23.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,470 (19.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $157,511 |
| Average Home Value | $203,426 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,993
Single Family
6,417
Multi-Family
576
Businesses
738
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Delia Rodriguez • RE/MAX Land & Homes on the Bay
Mls Name: HAR
Mls ID: #87579648