342 Merritt RdBentonLA71006
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 342 Merritt Rd, Benton, LA, 71006 in Benton fits: $950,000, 3.41% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $262,467 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.41%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.63) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $8,750/yr in principal paydown and $262,467 in appreciation project a total return of $155,283.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.4% | 6.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,185) | $600 |
City averages based on Benton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,700 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,507 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.49x |
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 1980
3.71 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 71006, Benton, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,370 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,167 (81.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 638 (10.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 565 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $362,575 |
| Average Home Value | $394,324 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,115
Single Family
6,115
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
414
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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 1980
3.71 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 71006, Benton, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,370 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,167 (81.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 638 (10.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 565 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $362,575 |
| Average Home Value | $394,324 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,115
Single Family
6,115
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
414
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Mindy Wardlaw • Pinnacle Realty Advisors
Mls Name: NTREIS
Mls ID: #20992526
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