3848 Highway 278 EHopeAR71801
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3848 Highway 278 E, Hope, AR, 71801 in Hope is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.63%. At $769,500 with a 2.63% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $212,599 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.49) 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: $102,288.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.6% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,936) | $500 |
City averages based on Hope market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,690 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,319 |
| 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.
Single Family
Built in 1965
164 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 71801, Hope, AR area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,957 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,690 (53.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,133 (30.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,134 (16.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $137,800 |
| Average Home Value | $168,683 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,662
Single Family
6,623
Multi-Family
39
Businesses
470
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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 1965
164 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 71801, Hope, AR area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 6,957 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,690 (53.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,133 (30.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,134 (16.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $137,800 |
| Average Home Value | $168,683 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,662
Single Family
6,623
Multi-Family
39
Businesses
470
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