3734 Lake Dr SWRoanokeVA24018
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3734 Lake Dr SW, Roanoke, VA, 24018 in Roanoke is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.31%. The 2.31% gross yield at $1,800,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $497,307 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.43) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $210,733.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.3% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(7,306) | $850 |
City averages based on Roanoke market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,462 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,052 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.34x |
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 1860
7.13 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$100 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24018, Roanoke, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,125 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,406 (68.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,608 (25.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,111 ( 6.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $361,586 |
| Average Home Value | $429,725 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,942
Single Family
14,495
Multi-Family
3,447
Businesses
1,677
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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 1860
7.13 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$100 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24018, Roanoke, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,125 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,406 (68.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,608 (25.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,111 ( 6.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $361,586 |
| Average Home Value | $429,725 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,942
Single Family
14,495
Multi-Family
3,447
Businesses
1,677
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Callie Dalton • LONG & FOSTER - OAK GROVE
Mls Name: RVAR
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Mls ID: #901207
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