3900 Indian Bay DrLake CharlesLA70605
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3900 Indian Bay Dr, Lake Charles, LA, 70605 in Lake Charles fits: $1,395,000, 5.38% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $385,413 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.38%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.00) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,848/yr in principal paydown and $385,413 in appreciation project a total return of $375,174.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,412) | $850 |
City averages based on Lake Charles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,251 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,086 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 2016
0.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70605, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,741 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,196 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,823 (31.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,722 ( 9.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $320,067 |
| Average Home Value | $394,663 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,180
Single Family
14,078
Multi-Family
3,102
Businesses
927
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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 2016
0.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70605, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 18,741 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,196 (59.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,823 (31.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,722 ( 9.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $320,067 |
| Average Home Value | $394,663 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,180
Single Family
14,078
Multi-Family
3,102
Businesses
927
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Phyllis Loftin • Compass-LC
Mls Name: SWLAR
Mls ID: #SWL26000512