3104 Lafayette Ave #2AustinTX78722
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3104 Lafayette Ave #2, Austin, TX, 78722 in Austin is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.16%. At $825,000 with a 3.16% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $227,932 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.59) 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: $78,656.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 4.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,691) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Austin market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,176 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,538 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.39x |
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 2024
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78722, Austin, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,344 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,463 (33.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,239 (51.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 642 (14.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $727,708 |
| Average Home Value | $809,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,670
Single Family
2,686
Multi-Family
984
Businesses
182
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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 2024
3,049 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78722, Austin, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,344 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,463 (33.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,239 (51.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 642 (14.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $727,708 |
| Average Home Value | $809,064 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,670
Single Family
2,686
Multi-Family
984
Businesses
182
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices